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September 19, 2023

The Warning Signs of Elder Abuse

About 1 in 10 people over the age of 60 experience some form of elder abuse, and spotting signs of it can be difficult to do. Common signs can include physical injuries, negative behavioral changes, or unexplained transactions.
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A female Black medical professional is smiling and treating a young patient. Find out what the mandatory reporting training requirements are for nurses.
July 31, 2023

What Are Mandatory Reporting Training Requirements For Nurses?

Healthcare providers are one of the few professionals that regularly come into contact with the vulnerable populations most at risk for abuse. There are an estimated 21 million victims of human trafficking worldwide, and it’s estimated that 30-88% of U.
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Should I Add Mandated Reporter Training to My Resume?

Based on your profession and state, you may be required to complete mandated reporter training. Every year the list of professions evolves and changes, so it’s essential to stay up to date with the laws in your state.
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How Implicit Bias Influences Mandated Reporters

When first stepping into your role as a mandated reporter, it’s easy to assume that most people could easily define and spot child abuse or neglect. However, bias can impact your initial judgment of a situation and influence what you report or overlook.
A behavioral analyst counseling a young boy. Virginia HB751 adds counselors to the list of mandated reporters.
February 9, 2023

Virginia Bill Expands List of Mandated Reporters

A Virginia bill expanding the persons required to report suspected child abuse and neglect was enacted in 2023. Find out who’s required to report in Virginia, how to make a report, and the penalties for failing to report.
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Illinois SB 3833 Expands the State's List of Mandated Reporters

Illinois has expanded its list of which professions are considered mandated reporters of child abuse in the state. The law, SB 3833, was signed into law in May 2022 and went into effect on January 1, 2023.
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Nevada Deploys Mandated Reporter Training to Stop Child Abuse

Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child and Family Services is helping mandated reporters understand how to spot and report suspected abuse and neglect with a new online Mandated Reporter Training system.
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October 13, 2022

Which States Have Mandatory Domestic Violence Reporting?

Domestic violence is more common than you’d think. Domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, affects approximately 41% of women and 25% of men in their lifetime, according to the CDC.
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October 13, 2022

How 3 States Are Training Mandated Reporters With The Simple LMS

Every U.S. state has mandated reporter requirements in place. The Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) requires each state to have procedures in place for certain individuals to report suspected child abuse and neglect.
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Understanding the Difference Between Discipline vs Abuse

Mandated reporters, supporters, and child safety advocates often have to determine what constitutes suspected abuse of a child, and what doesn’t. Supporters have a legal and ethical duty to protect children from abuse and neglect and are willing to do whatever they need to keep children safe.
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July 5, 2022

How Long is Mandated Reporter Training Good For in CA?

Do you need to renew your mandated reporter training? In California, certain occupations are legally required to report suspected cases of child abuse and maltreatment. California legislation requires mandated reporter training for businesses that hire teens, teachers and school personnel, and daycare providers and workers.
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February 22, 2022

7 Professions Required to Take CA Mandated Reporter Training

California state law outlines a list of professionals who are required to report suspected child abuse and neglect. For some of these individuals, the state requires these professionals to take Mandated Reporter training in order to fulfill their duty as reporters.
An adult volunteer oversees youth camp out. Find out what CA’s new mandated reporter requirements are for volunteers under AB 506.
January 18, 2022

AB 506 Sets New Mandated Reporter Training Requirements for Volunteers

California’s youth service organizations have new mandated reporter training requirements under AB 506, a bill that seeks to better protect children against child abuse and sexual abuse. Find out what AB 506 means for administrators, employees, and volunteers of youth services organizations.
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October 21, 2021

Your Complete Guide to Easy New Hire Training

The Great Resignation means that workers are leaving their old positions in droves, leaving organizations across the U.S. with a desperate need to hire and fill empty seats. However, training a new employee can be costly in terms of both time and resources.
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October 4, 2021

Are Employers Required to Provide Training for Mandated Reporters?

If you employ mandated reporters, your state may require you by law to train them for the responsibility of reporting suspected child abuse and neglect. Federal Law Requires Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect In 1974, Congress passed the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) to create a federal focus for preventing and responding to child abuse.
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September 8, 2021

What Can CAPTA Grants Be Used For?

The Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) was first enacted 40 years ago to improve child protective systems. Since its inception, CAPTA has been amended several times, most recently by the Victims of Child Abuse Act Reauthorization Act of 2018.
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August 23, 2021

How to Meet California's Mandated Reporter Training Requirements

Are you required to provide your employees with mandated reporter training? In the State of California, you might be. California’s Child Abuse Neglect and Reporting Act designates certain individuals as mandated reporters and institutes training requirements to ensure these individuals are able to perform their duties and keep children safe.
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August 9, 2021

How Organizations Can Respond to CA's New Mandated Reporter Law

On January 1, 2021, new California legislation will go into effect that makes human resources employees and some supervisors mandated reporters of child abuse. AB 1963 applies to companies that have more than 5 employees who employ minors.
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July 15, 2021

How an LMS Makes Mandated Reporter Training Simple and Easy

A Learning Management System (LMS) provides a simple and effective way of deploying training for mandated reporters. The Mandated Reporter LMS has been designed specifically to ensure that individuals, organizations, and States are compliant with regulations pertaining to child abuse identification and reporting.
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June 16, 2021

5 Reasons Why Mandated Reporter Training is Crucial for HR Staff

Your human resources team plays a vital role in your organization. Among other things, they field complaints of misconduct, keeping your employees safe and ensuring your business complies with state and federal employment laws.
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May 12, 2021

6 Things to Know About Hiring Young Workers

Does your company hire teenagers? Many companies offer jobs to younger workers, particularly in retail and food service. There are many benefits to hiring younger workers, not the least of which is the opportunity to offer someone their first job and help them start their career.
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February 11, 2021

What are the Mandated Reporter Training Requirements in CA?

The Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) is a California law requiring employers to identify mandated reporters, persons who are required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect.
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January 12, 2021

What California Businesses Need to Know About AB 1963

As of January 1, 2021 employers throughout the state of California may be required to provide mandated reporter training to certain employees. This is due to Assembly Bill (AB) 1963, which adds HR employees and supervisors at businesses with more than 5 employees that also employ teens to the state’s list of mandated reporters.
A manager in a cafe working on his tablet while teen employees work in the background. Learn more about California’s mandated reporter training requirements.
December 15, 2020

How Changes to California Mandated Reporter Law Impact Employers

As of January 1, 2021, an update to California’s mandated reporting law will impact human resources employees and supervisors at organizations who hire teens throughout the state. Discover what this and other recent legislative changes mean for businesses in the state.
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November 14, 2020

Why is Mandated Reporter Training Important?

Child abuse is a critical issue in the United States, where nearly five children die every day due to abuse and neglect. Every 10 seconds, a new report of abuse is made.