GCSU Programs Serving Minors: Program Registry renewal for ongoing programs

Please remember to renew registration for all ongoing GCSU Programs Serving Minors for the upcoming school year. All ongoing programs and new programs must register their program on an annual basis. 

• REGISTER YOUR PROGRAM (log in required)
  
  Please register your program at least two weeks prior to the start date.

  Additional information about the PSM policy and GCSU requirements is provided below. 

Georgia College must ensure that all programs involving non-Georgia College student minors (ages 17 and under) follow the established policy and procedures concerning their protection. 

Georgia College Protection of Minors Policy

When you choose to offer a program, course or event where Georgia College assumes custody of the children, you as the Program Administrator are responsible for the safety and protection of the children, staff and volunteers.  Non-University organizations who operate programs or activities involving minors at Georgia College are also required to run consistent with our guidelines. All GCSU Programs Serving Minors must designate a Program Administrator, who must be a Georgia College employee and agree to comply with Georgia College's written policy and procedures.  

Georgia College has a Protection of Minors “one-stop” website that provides step-by-step guidance to assist all Georgia College supervisors and program administrators who offer programs for minors. Anyone offering a program is required to thoroughly review and implement the information provided on this website.  

GEORGIA COLLEGE PROTECTION OF MINORS WEBSITE (log in required) 

Before offering a program, the Program Administrator must register the program and gain the necessary approval to proceed. Program Administrators are also required to complete and pass the annual Program Administrator Training provided through GeorgiaVIEW. Programs should gain approval through the registry prior to advertising or reserving space. All ongoing programs and new programs must register their program on an annual basis. 

REGISTER YOUR PROGRAM (log in required)

In advance of planning and registering a program, please visit the website to review all requirements and resources provided. All Program Administrators should allow sufficient time for proper program development, planning, hiring/background screening, and staff training.  

There is no one centralized department for all Georgia College programs that work with children. Stephanie Westmoreland serves as the Campus Coordinator for the GCSU Programs Serving Minors. For questions, concerns, clarification or guidance, please contact her by phone (478-445-1238) or by e-mail (programsservingminors@gcsu.edu).