Commitment to children, objectivity, tenacity and great communication skills are several of the key characteristics of great court appointed advocate volunteers. We'll teach you the rest in Advocacy University - Child Advocates' comprehensive volunteer training program that empowers individuals to become effective advocates.
Advocacy University is offered several times each year and provides an instruction-based, interactive forum for individuals who are interested in becoming a court appointed advocate volunteer.
*If you plan to become a court appointed advocate, you must attend an orientation session prior to attending Advocacy University.
February 2020 Schedule
1/29
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Introduction to Abuse and Neglect
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5:30 PM – 9 PM
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Child Advocates |
Online
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Program Presentations
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Online Training
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Online
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Communication
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Online Training
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2/4
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Substance Abuse & Cultural Competence
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5:30 PM - 9 PM
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Child Advocates
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2/5
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Sexual Abuse
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5:30 PM - 9 PM
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Children's Assessment Center |
2/6
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Lab Exercise
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5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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Child Advocates
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Online
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Educational Advocacy
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Online Training
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2/7, 2/10
or 2/11
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Volunteer Interviews**
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select times
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Child Advocates
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2/13
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Pre-Law
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6 PM - 9 PM
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Child Advocates
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** Volunteers sign up for a one-hour interview on one of these dates