439.3102 Training and professional development for department personnel concerning implementation of evidence-based practices. (1) The department shall provide its employees with intensive initial and on-going training and professional development services to support the implementation of evidence-based practices. (2) The training and professional development services shall include assessment techniques, case planning, risk reduction and intervention strategies, effective communication skills, cognitive-behavioral treatment, substance abuse, and other topics identified by the department or its employees. Effective: June 8, 2011 History: Created 2011 Ky. Acts ch. 2, sec. 52, effective June 8, 2011.