2026 Winter Online Training

This online training for new CASA volunteers consists of seven virtual training sessions held over Zoom. Participants will also complete guided learning modules on their own time.

In order to participate in this training class, you must submit a volunteer application, submit to background checks, and complete an initial interview.

Class Schedule

12:30-2:00 PM Monday, Jan. 19 - Session 1.1: Initial meeting and getting to know you

9:00-11:30 AM Tuesday, Jan. 20 - Session 1.2: Introduction to Foundational Coursework

9:00-11:30 AM Tuesday, Jan. 27 - Session 2: The Bleux Case & Child Development

9:00-11:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 3 - Session 3: The Greene Case, Mental Health, & Poverty

9:00-11:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 10 - Session 4: The Amarillo Case, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Introduction to the Court Report

9:00-11:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 17 - Session 5: The Redd Case, Court Report Writing, & Recommendations

9:00-11:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 24 - Session 6: The Court Process & Final Wrap Up

An in-person swearing-in ceremony will be held 5:30 PM Thursday, March 5, at the CASA of Lexington office, 3245 Loch Ness Dr. in Lexington, KY 40517. Participants will also complete court observation and final interviews, which will be scheduled individually.