Bill > S05437

This bill amends the social services law to expand training options for child welfare personnel by allowing remote training methods for certification. Specifically, the bill requires the commissioners of social services and children and family services to establish rules and regulations enabling prospective and current agency personnel to complete required training remotely. The remote training must ensure participants are genuinely attending the entire session and can interact with the instructor by asking questions. The training will continue to cover critical child welfare skills, including permanence casework, family rehabilitation, adoption services, court process preparation, and case management. The bill aims to provide more flexible training options for social services professionals while maintaining the quality and comprehensiveness of their professional development. The new provisions will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law, with immediate authorization for developing the necessary regulations to implement the remote training system.

Budget and Finance, Education, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5437