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Frequently asked questions
Q: What experience do I need to become a CASA volunteer? A: CASA volunteers come from all walks of life, with varying ethnic, educational and employment backgrounds. Every CASA volunteer completes a 40 hour training, provided free by CASA staff, that prepares them in all aspects of advocating for an abused child.
Q: How much time is required to be a CASA volunteer? A: CASA volunteers, on average, will spend 15-20 hours a month on his/her case. However, some cases require more or less time depending on the circumstances. CASA staff makes every effort to match volunteers with cases according to the amount of time they have available.
Q: What does the training involve? A: Training to become a volunteer with CASA of Central Texas is a comprehensive 40 hour independent study program that covers everything from court procedures to working with families in crisis. It includes class time, court observation, and at-home reading and written assignments. Q: How do I sign up for training?
A: First, you will need to complete a Volunteer Application. You may request an application by speaking to a Volunteer Coordinator at 512-392-3578 or 830-626-2272. Or, you can click on the “Apply Online” link on the “Volunteer” drop down box at the top of this page. Once our office has received your completed application, we will contact you to set up a Pre-Training Interview to enroll you in an upcoming training class.
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