How Do You Become A Foster Parent In Florida?
One way to have a positive powerful impact on a child’s life is to become a foster parent. The requirements vary from state to state. Here’s what you have to do to become a foster parent in Florida. Find the recruiting office in your area. This is where you can get information about the foster care system. The Florida Department of Children and Families has a list of the recruiting offices at the website in the Resource section. You should also register for a Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting (MAPP) class. Attend an orientation meeting. You’ll learn what it takes to become a foster parent, how to apply and you’ll also get information about the licensing requirements. Complete a foster parenting training course. You’ll have to complete 30 hours of training. You’ll be required to share information about your lifestyle including your reasons for wanting to become a foster parent, your marital status, your financial situation, ideas about parenting, and whether you can provide a