FOSTER CARERS TRAINING MODULES
The following are examples of the training courses a carer will be expected to attend during their fostering career. In Year 3, the NVQ Level 3 will be available to the carer and post his, if they request, a carer can apply for the Foundation Degree in Foster Care. Individual and specialist training is provided depending on the child being cared for.
YEAR ONE
Induction / assessment group and Skills to Foster
A Foundation for Re-parenting
Child Protection
Health and Safety in the Foster Home
First Aid
Sexual Abuse Awareness
Report Writing for Foster Carers
Children's Rights including complaints legal matters, court craft plus the roles and
functions of other professionals and agencies
Behaviour Management and Restraint Training
YEAR TWO
Addictive Behaviour including drug abuse, alcohol abuse, smoking.
Valuing Diversity and Promoting Equality including anti-discriminatory practice,
equal opportunities, heritage.
Child Development including understanding behaviour, behaviour management
and communicating with children and young people.
Direct work techniques such as play, use of materials, communication skills.
Preparation for independence.
Promoting and supporting contact for young people - the foster carer's role.
Child Protection refresher.
NVQ 3 – caring for children and young people