Update on Iowa’s Mandatory Reporter Training: What you need to know

Summary

New legislation, HF 2404, requires Iowa educators to complete updated Mandatory Reporter training every three years starting July 1, 2024. The previous one-hour recertification courses are discontinued, and those with expiring training must take the new courses.

New legislation has driven a change in Mandatory Reporter training in Iowa. Effective July 1, 2024, all staff licensed through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners will now complete training every three years for both Mandatory Reporter of Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporter of Dependent Adult Abuse. The new legislation, HF 2404, can be found on the Iowa Legislative website.

Key Changes

  • The one-hour recertification courses for Mandatory Reporter of Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporter of Dependent Adult Abuse are no longer available. 
  • Individuals whose Mandatory Reporter training is expiring or has expired must take the new training courses.

Current Enrollees

  • Participants currently enrolled in Mandatory Reporter of Child Abuse or Dependent Adult Abuse training can continue to complete these courses to maintain their certification and meet current standards.
  • New sign-ups will be directed to a STOP page linking to the updated version of the training. Paid participants should contact AEA Learning Online Support for transfer assistance.

Visit the New Mandatory Reporter Training document for more information, see the complete list of required trainings provided by AEA Learning Online on this flyer or contact support@aealearningonline.org with questions.