Training Resources
Foster parents can receive continuing education hours for reading approved books, watching approved videos, or participating in online trainings.
Training Credit:
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Reading-
- 30 minutes- 0-50 pages
- One hour- 50-100 pages
- Two hours- 101-150 pages
- Three hours- 151-200 pages
- Four hours- 201-500 pages
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Videos & Podcasts-
- 30 minutes of credit for a 20 to 30 minute video/podcast
- 1 hour of credit for a 40 to 60 minute video/podcast
- 90 minutes of credit for a 60 to 90 minute video/podcast
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College Hours-
- Community College: 11 hours- One college credit hour
- University: 15 hours- One college credit hour
In order to get the credit, you need to fill out the training hours documentation form and have it approved. Each training must be directly related to the skills necessary to care for children in out of home care. Each foster parent needs a minimum of 12 hours annually.
Options for Online Training
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- Read and answer the questions on their form for 30 minutes of credit per newsletter
Podcasts
Foster Care and Adoption Books
General Parenting Books
Recommended books that may qualify for credit:
General Resources
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