This training is free of charge and is three credit hours. A certificate can be printed at the conclusion of the training, and notification of completion is automatically forwarded to the Department of State.
Go to the Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center for a FREE 3-hour on-line course that provides information on: Recognition of child maltreatment. Your obligation or opportunity to report suspicions of abuse. Detailed procedures for making a report of child maltreatment.
020(10), mandatory reporters are: DSHS employees. Law enforcement. Social workers and professional school personnel.
The PA Criminal History clearance is valid for one year from issuance date. You can obtain the PA Criminal History Clearance electronically at https://epatch.state.pa.us/ by clicking on the Submit a New Record Check link. DO NOT apply by selecting New Record Check (Volunteers only).
3 hourPer Act 126, mandated reporters must take a 3 hour training on Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse every five years. Act 31 requires all employees licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of State take a 2-3 hour training on Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse every two years.
Who is a mandated reporter? Employees of a health care facility or providers licensed by the Department of Health who are engaged in the admission, examination, care, or treatment of individuals. Employees of child care services who have direct contact with children in the course of employment.
Must I give my name? The law requires that mandated reporters identify themselves and where they can be reached. If clarification on the situation or additional information is needed, the caseworker will contact you.
CPS cannot enter your home without your permission. Although CPS can show up to your home without notice, they cannot enter without your consent. Unless CPS has a court order, or they believe your child is in immediate danger, they can't enter your home unless you say it's okay.