Course Overview
Private Fostering is where the parent or parents of a child make a private arrangement with someone who is not a close relative, to care for that child for a period of 28 days or longer. The child must be under the age of 16, or under the age of 18 if disabled.
On completion of the course, you will automatically get a certificate, along with your name, CPD hours, the date and learning objectives.
The course contains additional resource materials, useful links and a refresher guide.
Target Audience
This course is intended for everyone, including parents and foster carers, children and young people, volunteers and members of the public.
You will also find this course beneficial if you work directly with children as part of your role.
Learning Objectives
Once you’ve completed this course, you’ll have a knowledge of:
- What Private Fostering is
- Legislation and regulations that impact on Private Fostering
- The role and duties of local authorities with regards to Private Fostering
- What you need to do when you become aware of a Private Fostering arrangement
- Where to go for further advice and guidance on Private Fostering.
