Ohio HB897 mandates trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem and child advocates in child welfare proceedings.

Ohio HB897 requires guardians ad litem and child advocates appointed in child welfare cases to complete three hours of trauma-informed care training every two years. The training must cover the effects of trauma on child development, conducting trauma-sensitive meetings and interviews, and recognizing secondary trauma. The Ohio Supreme Court may approve training organizations, including nonprofits and universities. The training hours may count toward continuing legal education for attorneys.

Ohio HB897 mandates trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem and child advocates in child welfare proceedings.

Ohio HB897 requires guardians ad litem and child advocates appointed in child welfare cases to complete three hours of trauma-informed care training every two years. The training must cover the effects of trauma on child development, conducting trauma-sensitive meetings and interviews, and recognizing secondary trauma. The Ohio Supreme Court may approve training organizations, including nonprofits and universities. The training hours may count toward continuing legal education for attorneys.