Safe Sanctuaries Training
Welcome to the Safe Sanctuaries training hub for National United Methodist Church (NUMC). National UMC is a local congregation in Washington DC. If you are looking for Safe Sanctuaries guidance from the United Methodist denominational offices, please go to https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/equipping-leaders/safe-sanctuaries. National UMC is happy to share our training materials with other congregations, but we cannot offer certification of completion for individuals outside of our congregation.
In order to be certified to work with children and youth at National UMC or our associated ministries, you must complete the following:
Read our Safe Sanctuaries Policies (NUMC USE ONLY)
(Following the link will let you read the policies. You'll also be able to fill out a form confirming you have read the policies)Watch each of the three videos below
Successfully complete a background check ( NUMC Background Check Form)
Sign the statement at the bottom of the page indicating that you have read the policy, watched the videos, and submitted your background check.