Preparation for Independence - Training for KCC Foster Carers

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course foster carer’s should:

• understand the legislative foundation for young people leaving foster care
• have an understanding about their part in the Pathway Planning process
• be able to signpost foster children to services and facilities, both locally and nationally that support transitions to independence
• have an understanding of the developmental and complex emotional issues for young people leaving foster care.

This course will be delivered using a variety of methods, which may include group work, scenarios, quiz, discussion, directed learning, multimedia and questions and answers