The Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS) announced the launch of a new Mandated Reporter Online Training Program, a comprehensive and accessible resource designed to ensure that individuals required by law to report suspected abuse or neglect, have the knowledge and tools necessary to carry out this critical responsibility.
The online training was developed by DHS in partnership with the Children’s Justice Center and made possible through funding secured by the Maui County Children’s Justice Center Committee.
The new training provides clear, practical instruction, including:
- Guidance on recognizing the signs of abuse and neglect
- Step-by-step instructions on how and when to make a report
- An overview of legal requirements and responsibilities under Hawaiʻi law
- Interactive modules and real-world scenarios to support practical learning
The training is free of charge, available 24/7 and can be completed at the participant’s own pace. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate verifying compliance with mandated reporter requirements.
The program is intended for teachers, healthcare professionals, social workers, law enforcement officers and any individual designated as a mandated reporter under state law.
Mandated reporters can access the training and additional resources at: www.mandatedreportertraining.com/hawaii