INFORMATION / GAL ORIENTATION
Becoming a Guardian ad Litem is a big commitment. Not sure if this is for you? Want to learn more?
Our GAL Orientations are designed with people like you in mind. Prospective volunteers have the opportunity to learn more about our program, ask questions, and pick up an application in a casual, no-obligation format.
2020 Information Sessions
- Thursday, February 27 From: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Information sessions are held at the Seminole County Juvenile Justice Center, located at 190 Eslinger Way in Sanford. The sessions are free and open to the public, but an RSVP is appreciated. Call us at (407) 665-5386.
PRE-SERVICE TRAINING
Our children deserve well-equipped volunteers, so we provide 30 hours of pre-service training for prospective Guardians ad Litem. This is a combination of online and one full day of in-classroom training. Expect to learn about courtroom procedures, the unique needs of abused and neglected children, and the resources available in our community, among other topics. Successful completion of all online coursework, some homework assignments and attendance at in-classroom training, is required.
All prospective Guardian ad Litem volunteers must complete an application (including references), fingerprinting, background screens, attend an interview, and be approved to attend before class begins. Some homework assignments - such as observing court - should be completed before class begins.
2020 Class Schedule
- Friday, January 24 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Friday, April 3 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. - CANCELLED
- Saturday, June 6 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Friday, August 14 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 23 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 23 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
*PLEASE NOTE: CLASS DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON SPEAKER AVAILABILITY.*
IN-SERVICE TRAINING
Current Guardians ad Litem are required to complete 12 hours of in-service training each year to maintain their certification. We do our best to provide many opportunities to help you fulfill this requirement - contact our office (our your Child Advocate Manager) for current opportunities.
