Certification

Annual Safe Environment Certification is necessary for every adult (age 18 or over) clergy, visiting clergy, employee, independent contractor, and volunteer in the Diocese of Crookston who has the potential for contact with children or vulnerable adults.

Certification includes:

• A criminal background check

• Training related to recognizing and reporting child abuse

• Agreement to abide by the Safe Environment Policy and Code of Conduct

If you are a clergy, visiting clergy, employee, independent contractor or volunteer wishing to serve in the Diocese of Crookston:

Safe Environment Online Training & Policy Acknowledgments

User instructions HERE.

Ten Points for Protecting Children (USCCB Safe Environment)
This is an excellent guide to the importance of Safe Environment and protecting our youth.

If you are a Safe Environment Coordinator at your parish or school, please click on the link below for resources and reporting forms:

Parish and School Safe Environment Coordinator Reporting Forms and Resources

Parents, if you would like information about the training programs used in the Diocese of Crookston please click the link below:

Safe Environment Training & Resources for Children & Youth

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Safe Environment website:

USCCB Protection of Children and Young People

Decree of Promulgation Catholic Mutual Group CMG Connect Platform: July 1 2025 to June 30 2026