FCRPP 37.Required training
Last amended February 1, 2020 · Current through July 1, 2026 · Last verified September 8, 2026
Full Text of FCRPP 37
Amendment History
Kentucky publishes each rule’s amendment record as a “HISTORY” note beneath the rule, citing the Supreme Court order that adopted or amended it and that order’s effective date. It is reproduced verbatim below.
HISTORY: Adopted by Order 2020-1, eff. 2-1-20
Plain-English Summary
Two requirements, one at entry and one continuing. Any attorney seeking appointment in an adoption, dependency or termination action must have completed the required dependency, neglect and abuse training provided by the Administrative Office of the Courts.
After that, a minimum of four hours of relevant training every two years. The rule defines what counts on both sides of the discipline line. Legal education must cover improved practice and current law on dependency, neglect and abuse, termination of parental rights, or related proceedings. Multi-disciplinary training must cover child development, trauma-informed care and approaches, substance use disorder, child welfare forensics, the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or other matters related to practice in these actions.
Eligibility depends on proving it. Court-appointed counsel must provide proof of the required training to the appointing authority in each Circuit or District to remain eligible for appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much training does a Kentucky court-appointed attorney need?
The Administrative Office of the Courts' required dependency, neglect and abuse training before seeking appointment, plus a minimum of four hours of relevant legal or multi-disciplinary training every two years.
What counts as multi-disciplinary training?
Instruction on child development, trauma-informed care and approaches, substance abuse disorder, child welfare forensics, the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or other matters related to practice in these actions.
What happens if I do not prove my training?
Court-appointed counsel must provide proof to the appointing authority in each Circuit or District to remain eligible for appointments.