Vermont Guardian ad Litem Program Training Schedule

The Vermont Guardian ad Litem Program offers a no-cost, four-day, Pre-Service Training for all new GALs which must be completed after your interview and prior to becoming a GAL. These trainings are offered virtually or in person at locations across the state and are tentatively scheduled as follows (Dates and exact locations are TBD and will be posted when scheduled)*:

*Please note: All trainings are offered to new GALs or current volunteers of the Vermont Guardian ad Litem Program and are not open to the public. 

Court-Appointed Communication Specialists “Brown Bag Lunch”

Virtual – via Zoom

Tuesday, August 5, 12:00-1:00

Fall 2025 Guardian ad Litem Preservice Training

TBD – In Person

Day 1: September 8, 8:30-3:30

Day 2: September 15, 9:00-3:30

Day 3: September 22, 9:00-3:30

Day 4: September 29, 9:00-4:00

2025 Annual Guardian ad Litem Conference

The Equinox Golf Resort in Manchester, VT – In Person

October 24, 2025

Registration Required

Juvenile Delinquency Training for GALs

Virtual (via Zoom)

Monday, December 8, 10:00-12:00

Winter 2026 Guardian ad Litem Preservice Training

Day 1: January 12, 8:30-3:30 – In Person

Day 2: January 20, 9:00-3:30 - Virtual

Day 3: January 27, 9:00-3:30 - Virtual

Day 4: February 2, 9:00-4:00 – In Person

Note: in the event of inclement weather, Day 4 will be rescheduled to February 3.

Spring 2026 Guardian ad Litem Preservice Training

Location TBD – In Person

Day 1: May 4, 8:30-3:30

Day 2: May 11, 9:00-3:30

Day 3: May 18, 9:00-3:30

Day 4: May 26, 9:00-4:00

Fall 2026 Guardian ad Litem Preservice Training

Location TBD – In Person

Day 1: September 8, 8:30-3:30

Day 2: September 15, 9:00-3:30

Day 3: September 22, 9:00-3:30

Day 4: September 29, 9:00-4:00

Please email VermontGAL@vtcourts.gov for more information.