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.
Technology Requirements
This self-paced training features videos, quizzes, and interactive content. For the best learning experience, 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.
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County and tribal agency child protection workers will take Mandated Reporter Training as part of New Worker Orientation. Contact us if this applies to you and you have questions.
Current Updates to Mandated Reporting: Effective 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.
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)