Updated Mandated Reporter Training Requirements
Updated Mandated Reporter Training Requirements.ÌýChapter 56 of the Laws of 2021 amended Social Services LawÌý§ 413 to requireÌýadditional training to include protocols to reduce implicit bias in decision-making processes, strategies for identifying adverse childhood experiences, and guidelines to assist in recognizing signs of abuse or maltreatment while interacting virtuallyÌýwithin the °µÍøTV Mandated Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment/Neglect coursework. This law requires that mandated reporters, including those who have previously undergone the current training, complete the updated training curriculum byÌýApril 1, 2025. Information about approved training providersÌýcan be accessed on our website.
Training related to child abuse is required for the following certificate areas regardless of the certificate or license's type (e.g. Initial/Professional, Reissuance/Renewal, Permanent/Professional, Transitional):
- Classroom Teachers
- Career and Technical Teachers
- School Building Leaders
- School District Leaders
- School Counselors
- School Social Workers
- School District Business Leaders
- School Psychologist
- School Nurse
- School Dental Hygiene
- School Attendance
- School Administration and Supervision
- Teaching Assistants
- Coaches
- Adult Education Instructors
- JROTC Instructors
- Visiting Lecturer Licenses
Reporting the Workshop
The Updated Mandated Reporter Training MUST be reported electronically by a NYSED approved provider. This is the ONLY method of reporting; the Office of Teaching Initiatives will NOT accept certificates of completion.
Note: It is your responsibility to ensure they are providing the updated training before you sign up to take it.
The Updated Mandated Reporter Training must be reported to the Office of Teaching Initiatives prior to the following:
- Registration or reregistration of your teaching status (every five years)
- Initial application for licensure, certification, or a limited permit
- Professional application for certification
- Earning a college recommendation on or after April 1, 2025