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THE CASA PROGRAM
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After acceptance into the CASA program, the child advocate completes 24 hours of a comprehensive training program taught by the CASA Advisory Committee. There are additional hours of internship including site visits for courtroom observation and case reviews. Continuing education training of at least 12 hours per year is required for all CASA's.

In completing the CASA training program, you will:

• Gain practical knowledge of your roles and responsibilities as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)..
• Examine major issues related to your work as a CASA.
• Practice the skills required for a CASA.

Orientation
Prior to the CASA Training Program, you must attend an orientation. Please call or send us an email if you would like to sign up, or would like more information. Registration required.

• (REVISED) Fall 2010 CASA Training Program Schedule*

October 7th, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
October 12th, Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
October 13th, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
October 14th, Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Winter 2011 CASA Training Program Schedule*

January 20th, Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
January 25th, Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
January 26th, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
January 27th, Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Spring 2011 CASA Training Program Schedule*

April TBD, Thursday, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
May TBD, Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
May TBD, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
May TBD, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
May TBD, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
May TBD, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

• Summer 2011 CASA Training Program Schedule*

July TBD, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
July TBD, Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
July TBD, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
July TBD, Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

* Check with your Training Coordinator for final dates & times.

Please call 707-565-6375 or send us an email if you would like to sign up or would like more information about attending the CASA Training. Registration is required.

Orientation and training are held at our offices in Santa Rosa, CA. Please call or email for directions.