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Steps To Becoming A Volunteer Child Advocate Attend a one-hour CASA orientation. Complete a Volunteer Application. Participate in a screening interview. Applicants will then be notified regarding acceptance into CASA training. Successfully complete a criminal background check and provide documentation of a safe driving record. Attend all training sessions and scheduled court tours. Participate in a final interview with the Executive Director. At that time, trainees will be notified if they have been accepted as a child advocate. Participate in the swearing-in ceremony conducted by the presiding juvenile court judge. Once sworn in, Advocates become officers of the court and mandated child abuse reporters. Meet with CASA Case Supervisor to receive case assignment and to schedule introduction to the child and other parties involved in the case. Begin regular meetings with assigned child and continuing education. · MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD. ORIENTATIONS ARE HELD AT THE CASA OFFICE 1146 N Chinowth, Visalia. Mondays at 5:30 pm and Thursdays at Noon, also in PORTERVILLE once a month. Please call 625-4007 for more information. Click Here for Training Schedule Congratulations and good luck in making  a difference in a child's life! SPEAK UP FOR A CHILD Everyday In America 8,200 children are reported abused,  neglected or abandoned.  500 children are placed in foster care or institutions.  5 children die from physical abuse.  To report suspected child abuse 24 hours a day Call 1-800-331-1585