Training

Ready to Get Started?

Thank you for taking the first steps necessary to becoming a CASA volunteer. You must be willing to devote the time to successfully complete screening and training, as well as participate in continuing education. Volunteers must complete 30 hours of volunteer training. If you haven’t already, start by filling out the application. Upcoming training dates are listed below.

Currently Accepting Applications for the March 10-April 7, 2026 Training Cohort

Training Dates:
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Monday, March 16, 2026, 5:30-8:30pm
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Monday, March 30, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm

All sessions will be held in-person at the CASA of Shawnee County, Inc. office, which is located on the 2nd floor of the downtown Ramada (501 SE Jefferson, Ste. 2002)

**Required CINC court observations (2 hours, in-person) & Citizen Review Board hearings observations (2 hours & virtual) to be announced on the first night of training.

**Training is comprised of 15 hours of in-person classroom time and 15 hours of reading & homework assignments and court observations.

A light meal will be provided for all participants.