Adult Services Training Academy
Mission and Values
"To engage academic institutions, county social services, and community-based partners in providing research, training, and evaluation. This collaboration enhances and promotes the skills and abilities of those who are serving individuals and older adults in the region, with a focus on improving economic, social welfare, and well-being."
Vision
We envision a future for our diverse communities in which older adults of all cultures, beliefs, and abilities can live a safe and healthy life, free from discrimination, exploitation, neglect, and abuse.
The goals of the Central California Adult Protective Services Training Academy are:
- Train and Educate County APS Workers on Standards and Mandates:
Educate county Adult Protective Services (APS) workers and partners across the region on APS program standards, as well as the requirements and mandates established by Senate Bill 2199 (Chapter 946, Statutes of 1998) and the anticipated federal Elder Justice Act. This training aims to promote statewide uniformity, consistency, and best practices in the administration and delivery of APS services. One key goal is to help minimize or prevent the placement of adults in institutional care. - Develop Fundamental APS Training for New Workers:
Develop essential training programs for new and relatively new Adult Protective Services workers to ensure adherence to best practices and compliance with various requirements and mandates. This core training will combine distance learning and onsite workshops to build critical knowledge, skills, and competencies. We will collaborate with the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA, and CWDA to review and adapt training materials from the NCEA Training Library to meet the specific needs of California's APS workers.