§ 5–1311

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 5-1311 (2026)

Title 5. Children

Subtitle 13. Child Welfare Accountability

(a)

The Department shall establish and maintain a child welfare training academy to provide training on best practices for the following individuals:

(1)

child welfare staff;

(2)

child welfare administrators;

(3)

foster parents; and

(4)

kinship caregivers.

(b)

The Department may provide training on best practices for the following individuals:

(1)

the State Citizens’ Review Board for Children staff and volunteers; and

(2)

Court–Appointed Special Advocate staff and volunteers.