Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Reporting
Use this resource to learn how to serve and support families experiencing domestic violence where child maltreatment may also be a concern. Review how to file a child abuse report safely, if necessary.
Everyone who works in a Head Start program is a mandated reporter. Reporting suspected child abuse and neglect can protect children and help connect them to support services. Use these resources to learn more about child abuse and neglect, how to safely submit a report, and to find training opportunities.
Use this resource to learn how to serve and support families experiencing domestic violence where child maltreatment may also be a concern. Review how to file a child abuse report safely, if necessary.
Learn to recognize oral health signs of physical and sexual abuse and explore resources to help Head Start staff work with families to prevent child maltreatment.
iLookOut provides an online professional development course for mandated reporters designed specifically for early childhood staff and providers. Read this FAQ to learn more about the course, who should take it, and how to access it.
Everyone who works in Head Start programs is a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse and neglect. View this collection of resources to learn more and find professional development opportunities.
HeadStart.gov
official website of the Administration for Children and Families