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Dependency Judges Training

Judges are required to obtain and maintain professional competence through judicial education¹. The AOC offers orientation and a variety of continuing education for judges with different bench assignments. Judges assigned to the dependency bench are required to complete an Initial Dependency Bench Training within 120 days of assuming the assignment². They are also required to attend the Dependency 101 training within 12 months of assignment to the dependency bench. Dependency cases can be complex, involving numerous parties, professionals, and services necessary to promote the safety, permanency, and well-being of children in care.

Initial Dependency Bench Training – This training consists of three recorded modules and additional resources and can be accessed at Initial Dependency Bench Training (azcourts.gov).

Dependency 101 – This three-day training is scheduled for May 18^th, 19^th, and 20^th , 2026.  Registration information is forthcoming.

Additional Dependency Training – Many recorded trainings on various topics can be accessed through the Court Improvement Training page.

¹ Arizona Code of Judicial Administration, Part 1, Chapter 3, Section 1-302(I)(1)
² Arizona Code of Judicial Administration, Part 1, Chapter 3, Section 1-302(I)(4)