In adherence to Article 12 & 13 of the Charter, the Diocese of Tulsa provides a web-based online training & background check program in English and Spanish that specializes in helping churches and religious organizations create safe environments for children and youth. VIRTUS Protecting God's Children training and a State and Federal background check is mandatory for all Employees and Covered Volunteers who have access to children.
No Employee or Covered Volunteer may partake in any Church ministry or function without first completing the mandatory Child & Youth Protection Requirements and receiving confirmation and clearance to serve by their Local Administrator.
Details for the Child & Youth Protection Requirements for the Diocese of Tulsa are presented in the Policies & Procedures for the Protection of Children & Young People under Section II, Procedures for Protecting Minors from Sexual Abuse.
VIRTUS Registration Materials for training and background check: