Welcome to the UK ITS resource hub for working with minors. When you are involved in programs that engage K-12 students, it is crucial to understand the best practices, policies, and legal requirements associated with these interactions. Our goal is to ensure a safe, enriching, and compliant environment for all minors participating in Information Technology Services Events.
Working with Minors
Instructions for Minors Involved in University-Sponsored Programs or Programs Held at the University.
- At least fourteen (14) days prior to the start of a new program, or as soon as is reasonably practical, the program leader shall complete the "University of Kentucky Programs Involving Minors Notification Form".
- Permission Slips need to be sent to the school for parents to sign before minors can participate. The form can be found here: Informed Consent, Voluntary Waiver, Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk Form
- Ensure that all program staff and any other individuals who will have direct contact with minors have been subject to a criminal background check and a National Sex Offender Public Registry check within the previous five years.
Training Requirements Minors Involved in University-Sponsored Programs or Programs Held at the University AR 6:12
The link to the training: https://learn.ue.org/learn/lp/239/uky-minors-on-campus
The registration process will require the following Branch Code: 473-89071
When you get to the learning portal, register as a new user if this is your first time taking the training or log in with your existing credentials. Once registered, United Educators will email you a temporary password. After logging in with the temporary password, you’ll be prompted to change your password and provide a secret question/answer.
You will then be directed to the Learning Portal.
In My Courses, select “Protecting Children: Identifying and Reporting Misconduct”. This training is scheduled to last 45 minutes.
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Background checks are needed every four years. If you aren't sure if yours is still valid, please ask Veronica Murrell in Human Resources at (859) 381-4345. If you need a background check: