ChildLine is available 24 hours/7 days a week. Call ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313 to report suspected child abuse or general child well-being concerns. Mandated Reporters can report electronically through the Child Welfare Portal.
NOVA is a recognized leader in mandated reporter training. NOVA developed and offers evidence-based training that is used by victim service agencies across Pennsylvania to train thousands of mandated reporters every year.
NOVA’s in-person training has been approved by the Department of Human Services in accordance with Act 31 of 2014, and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education in accordance with Act 126 of the Pennsylvania Public School Code.
NOVA’s training is conducted by experts in the field of victim services. They all have extensive experience in responding to reports of child abuse using a trauma-informed approach. NOVA provides a continuum of services to families.
NOVA’s highly informative training combines decades of expertise working with victims of childhood abuse with the experience of criminal justice, medical and community partners. Each mandated reporter training session provides supporting information and strategies for preventing and addressing child abuse. The training is offered in either a 2-hour or 3-hour session to comply with state and licensing requirements.
Learn more about NOVA’s training opportunities.
For more information or to schedule a training, please contact NOVA at 215-343-6543.
During this difficult time, Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA) staff will be working remotely and will continue to serve clients and the community.
Learn more about how direct services and prevention programs will be provided
Note: If you are in imminent danger or experiencing an emergency, please dial 911