Child Abuse and Neglect
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.
Child Abuse
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.
Head Start FAQs on iLookOut for Child Abuse
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.
Identifying Oral Health Signs of Child Maltreatment
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.
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.
Abusive Head Trauma
Watch this video to learn about abusive head trauma. Discover prevention strategies to reduce the risks in early education settings.
Child Abuse and Maltreatment
Learn the importance of keeping children safe from harm. Find out ways to help protect children from abuse and maltreatment, both in early education settings and at home.
Child Safety
It is important to address ways to reduce risk for accidents, injuries, and maltreatment in group environments. Watch this video series to learn strategies to keep children safe in early education settings.
Head Start Programs and Child Welfare Partnerships
Explore this series to learn how programs can build effective partnerships with child welfare agencies to benefit young children and families.
Engaging Families When There Is Child Welfare Involvement
Explore ways to partner with families when there is child welfare agency involvement. Find out how to use both a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to build trusting relationships with families.
Strategies for Partnering with Child Welfare Agencies
Explore this resource to learn ways to build effective, engaged, and collaborative relationships with child welfare agencies to strengthen family well-being.