Mandated Reporter Training
Minnesota professionals identified by law who must make a report if suspected or known child maltreatment has occurred are considered Mandated Reporters. This includes individuals working in healthcare, social services, youth programs, human services, mental health services, child care, education, law enforcement, coaching, or probation/corrections, as well as those working as guardians ad litem or as clergy. This training features videos, quizzes, and activities that can be completed through self-study. If you have questions, contact us at info@mnchildwelfaretraining.com.
Mandated Reporter Training
It is VERY IMPORTANT that you enter a valid email address, or you will not receive your certificate. Please enter your full name correctly. We cannot correct your certificate once it has been created. This 60-minute training is self-paced and does not require a Training Portal profile.
Technology Requirements
We recommended using a computer or tablet that has the latest version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge browsers. Please do not use Internet Explorer. This training includes audio, and closed captioning is available.
Mandated Reporter Training for Youth Programs
This supplemental training has been phased out. All necessary information from the youth programs option can now be found in the regular Mandated Reporter Training.
Mandated Reporter Training for Groups
This option is available for those who want to lead a group training of Mandated Reporter Training as an instructor. The materials below include a Google Slides presentation and Trainer Guide. These materials were last updated on 03/17/2026. Please ensure you have the most recent version of the training materials.
At the end of the training, learners will need to individually complete a quiz to receive their certificate of completion from the MNCWTA. Please note, new child protection workers will need to submit their certificate of completion as part of the New Worker Orientation course.
Any questions or issues with either training can be directed to info@mnchildwelfaretraining.com.
2026 Minnesota Statutes
- 260E.06 Maltreatment Reporting
- 260E.055 DUTY TO REPORT; PRIVATE OR PUBLIC YOUTH RECREATION PROGRAM
- 260E.065 TRAINING FOR REPORTERS
Resources
- DHS Resource Guide for Mandated Reporters of Child Maltreatment Concerns (October 2024)
- How to Report Abuse in Minnesota (DHS)
Video Resources
Previous Updates
February 10, 2026: As the Training Academy continues to learn more about the training needs of reporters, as well as incorporating the latest policy changes, we have and will continue to update and improve the training to meet learner needs and reflect the most current policy. Read the full article here.
July 1, 2025: There are new requirements for the child protection response to human trafficking (labor and sex), including: universal screening of children and youth in foster care for human trafficking, including experience and risk of sexual exploitation; mandatory reporting and response for all labor trafficking of children and youth; and additional placement authority for labor trafficked youth. The Academy's training is currently being revised to reflect these updates. Please refer to this policy bulletin for guidance and resources for implementing these requirements in coordination with the Safe Harbor Human Trafficking Prevention and Response Network and multidisciplinary partners. This video provides an overview to identify labor trafficking in children and youth and requirements for mandated reporters.