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Important Update for CWEL Candidates and Supervisors!
The Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) process has transitioned from the Virtual Training Center (VTC) to IllinoisConnect as of Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Key Updates:
For Existing CWEL Licensees and Adminstrators: You can now monitor your CWEL progress by visiting the My CWEL in the Learning and Development Center (LDC). Additional resources are also available to assist you with the CWEL process.
For CWEL Applicants: If you began your CWEL Application process in the previous system and need to submit any required documents, please email them to the CWEL Mailbox at DCFS.CWELMailbox@illinois.gov.
For CWEL Complaints: If you have any questions or concerns regarding CWEL Complaints, email DCFS.CWELComplaints@illinois.gov.
LEADS Certification Training
The National Crime Information Center (NCIC), via the Illinois State Police, mandates that all DCFS and POS personnel who directly or indirectly receive and/or disseminate information acquired from LEADS (Law Enforcement Agencies Data System), obtain “LEADS Practitioner Certification” training. Please download the PDF of the training using the link below.
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