Snapshot
Join us at noon on Tuesday, September 14! Because you will be the problem-solver, the researcher, the one person who can connect the pieces and put an abused and neglected child’s life back together. You will be the one who understands what’s in the best interest of the child you serve and who will call […]
CASA University Class Two (Online)
The Negative Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences All CASA's in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven. In this session, prospective CASA volunteers will learn how abuse and neglect, plus other factors in a child’s life, contribute to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This trauma that impacts the health, well-being, and development of […]
CASA University Class Three (Online)
Navigating the Child Protection Legal Process All CASA's in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven. In this session, prospective CASA volunteers will learn the lifecycle of a child protection case and the laws that define that lifecycle. Additionally, prospective CASA volunteers will build on their terminology and expectations to become proficient […]
Tough Stuff; Communicating and De-escalation (Online)
Virtual Communication Training This training will provide CASA Volunteers with a basic understanding of communication theory and how it applies when you are working on a case. The session will include tips to handle difficult conversations, ways to build rapport, and strategies for de-escalating conflict.“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio […]
CASA University Class One (Online)
The CASA Volunteer Role in the Child Protection System All prospective CASA Volunteers must take this class first as part of CASA University. To get signed up, attend a Snapshot session or please contact Zulema Ghohestani at zghohestani@prokids.org. In this class, you'll learn about the history of the CASA Volunteer role both nationally and locally, […]