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-
- One hour- 50-99 pages
- Two hours- 100-149 pages
- Three hours- 150 pages or more.
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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
In order to get the credit, you need to fill out the training hours documentation form and have it approved. 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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