PFSA offers several training programs on child abuse and neglect designed specifically for mandated reporters of child abuse and delivered by experienced trainers with a wealth of child welfare expertise. The onsite instructionally designed training is delivered at the organization’s location and is FREE* for many providers of child services, including, but not limited to, schools, faith-based organizations, child care centers, libraries, juvenile probation officers, nonprofit community service organizations, and more. In addition to quality training, which has been approved by the Department of Public Welfare, participants will also receive resources to take with them after training.

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SCHEDULE A FREE ONSITE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING SESSION -To schedule a training or obtain more information: email info@pa-fsa.org or complete the online training request form (coming soon).  We are currently scheduling NOW for trainings dates beginning July 1, 2013 (August, 2013 is filled at this time).

Overview of PFSA's FREE* Onsite Training for Mandated Reporters (.pdf brochure) Find out about the types of training provided by PFSA,  how to schedule an onsite training, and mandated reporter products available for purchase.

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WEBINAR TRAINING FOR RECOGNIZING AND REPORTING CHILD ABUSE   - This webinar training is an online version of PFSA’s onsite training, complete with activities. This three-hour individual, live, interactive presention reviews the elements of child abuse, including the legal definitions of a child, perpetrator, and categories and indicators of abuse. The training provides an overview of mandated reporting obligations, including how to make a report, protections for those who report, and the liability for failing to report.

In order to receive credit for the webinar training, participants must stay logged in for the duration of the training and complete the pre-test and post-test  (see below).

Participants must be individually logged in to the webinar to receive credit.

How To Register:

1.   This training is designed to sign up and participate as individuals.

2.   To register, click on this link for the training webinar you are interested in.

• Sat. May 4: 9-12 pm - click here to register
• Mon. Jun. 17: 9-12 pm - click here to register
• Sat. July 13: 9-12pm - click here to register
• Thurs. August 8: 8:30-11:30 - click here to register
• Tues. September 17: 6-9pm - click here to register
• Sat. October 19: 9-12:00 pm - click here to register
• Wed. November 6: 6-9 pm - click here to register
• Sat. December 7: 9-12:00 pm  - click here to register

3.   Fill out all your contact information and answer all registration questions.  Please make sure you have typed your email address correctly.  Click button “Continue.”

4.    Payment Due Screen – Click button “Proceed to PayPal” in order to pay your registration fee with a credit card.  You do not need a PayPal account.  It will ask you for your credit card information.

5.    If you are paying via check or purchase order, please register then email info@pa-fsa.org with your name, date of the webinar you registered for, and how we may expect payment via US mail or fax.

6.    Registrations cannot be processed without payment.  Until your payment is received, you will not receive a confirmation email with instructions and links.

7.    Once payment has been received, you will receive a confirmation email with information and links to use the day of the training.  Please save this email.  Attached to this email you will receive reference documents you can print and review prior to the start of the training.  Please save these documents also.

Receiving Credit: In order for each registered participant to receive full credit for this 3 hour mandated reporter training they must:

1.    Register as an individual, utilizing their own email address.

2.    Have their own computer (with internet access) and log in separately using the link provided in their confirmation email they received when they initially registered.  This is a 3 hour live interactive training.

3.    Participate in the entire 3 hour training.  Be sure to log in at least 10 minutes prior to start time, as trainings start exactly at designed time. Logging in after the training has started is not acceptable.

4.    Complete all polls, tests and evaluations.

5.    Please note: You will receive an email after the training is complete stating that you have successfully participated in the training provided that you individually log in to the training, participate in the entire training, and complete all polls, tests and evaluations.  Each registrant must be on a separate computer. Please log in at least ten minutes prior to the training. Logging in after the training has started is not acceptable. Please save or print the email as it will serve as your certificate of completion.

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TRAIN-THE-TRAINER FOR SCHOOL PERSONNEL – Train the Trainer prepares staff in schools and organizations to train fellow staff members using PFSA’s curriculum. The curriculum thoroughly addresses reporting and the elements and indicators of abuse so that individuals can make informed decisions in identifying the children and families to present to the child protection system. The training package includes a step-by-step instructor’s manual, a complementary workbook, a professional PowerPoint presentation, evaluation and measurement tools, digital copies of the Child Protective Services Law and associated regulation as well as other valuable training support tips. This is a two-day training.  Train the Trainer has a $20 material fee (payable at registration) and pre-registration is required. No registrations will be processed without payment.  Please review Train-the-Trainer agreement prior to registering, and each registrant must submit signed agreement at time of registration.  Class space is limited.  It is expected that workbooks will be purchased for those staff being trained by those that successfully complete this training. 

No workshops scheduled at this time.  Please check back.

To register for any TTT workshops listed above, please fill out the Registration Form & Trainer Agreement and return to PFSA via email info@pa-fsa.org or fax. 

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Sample of PFSA Training Agreement which will be required, along with a fully refundable deposit of $250, prior to securing a training workshop with PFSA.

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Onsite MRT Training provided by PFSA.

Summary of Report of Findings for Mandated Reporter Training (.pdf) The results of an independent evaluation of PFSA's mandated reporter training conducted by a senior researcher at Johns Hopkins University.

Interactive Scenarios and Tips

Participant Comments on Mandated Reporter Training (MRT) by PFSA What do participants have to say about attending PFSA's mandated reporter training?

FREE* On-Site Staff Training conducted by Child Welfare Experts (includes training and reference materials) *A $250 fully refundable deposit is required to schedule any training.  Organizations must meet DWP eligibility requirements to qualify for free training.

 Suspect Child Abuse?  Call ChildLine 1-800-932-0313.