The certification program for batterer intervention providers was established in 1996. The first providers were certified in 1998.
Currently, 121 mental health professionals are certified in Kentucky as batterer intervention providers. These providers offer services in 54 counties across the state.
Batterer Intervention in Kentucky is established by statute KRS 403.7505 and regulation 920 KAR 2:020.
If you are interested in applying to become a certified batterer intervention provider in Kentucky, please contact Jean Keen by email or by telephone at
(502) 564-9433 ext. 3582.