CCA Training Institute

Equipping Professionals to Protect Children

The CCA Training Institute provides high-quality, trauma-informed training to professionals and community members who serve children and families. From law enforcement and educators to healthcare providers and advocates, we empower participants with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to recognize, respond to, and prevent child abuse and exploitation.

What We Offer

Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Training

Our programs are designed for individuals and organizations that play a role in child protection. Topics include:

  • Recognizing and responding to child abuse and neglect
  • Trauma-informed care practices
  • Forensic interviewing techniques and protocols
  • Human trafficking identification and response
  • Multidisciplinary team (MDT) best practices

Why Choose CCA Training Institute?

Expert Trainers: Our instructors are seasoned professionals with deep experience in child advocacy, law enforcement, and clinical care.

Customized Programs: We tailor sessions to meet the needs of agencies, schools, and organizations across Connecticut.

Hands-On Learning: Interactive sessions, case studies, and real-world scenarios prepare participants for practical application.

Ongoing Support: Beyond training, we provide technical assistance and resources for professionals statewide.

In 2024, the Training Institute reached 6,000+ professionals across Connecticut, equipping them with the skills to better protect and support children and families.

Types of Training

  • In-Person Workshops: Customized for agencies or groups.
  • Virtual Training Sessions: Accessible and flexible learning for busy professionals.
  • On-Demand Resources: Recorded webinars, downloadable toolkits, and reference materials.
  • Conferences & Events: Statewide gatherings for sharing expertise, innovations, and collaboration.

Request a Training

Ready to bring CCA’s expertise to your team or organization? Our process is simple:

  1. Submit a Training Request Form.
  2. We’ll work with you to customize content, format, and delivery.
  3. Your team gains actionable skills to protect children and support families.

Resources and Tools

Participants receive ongoing access to:

  • Updated training materials and toolkits
  • Resource libraries with evidence-based best practices
  • Technical support and coaching for complex cases

Join the 7th Annual Response to Recovery Conference

Offering a diverse selection of session topics and workshops, the Response to Recovery Conference is an opportunity for disciplines across Connecticut and nationwide to come together to learn how to strengthen their response to child abuse and exploitation cases.

To report suspected abuse or neglect in Connecticut, call the DCF Careline: 1-800-842-2288 (24/7). If the child is in immediate danger, call 911.