Is a foster parent allowed to spank a foster child?
Foster parents must absolutely never use corporal punishment, which includes spanking. In fact, foster parents agree in writing to never use corporal punishment. Foster parent pre-service training includes discussion of why abused children should not be corporally punished and also discuss alternative forms of discipline or behavior management. Additionally, ongoing support of foster parents includes regular in-service training and individual consultation with the social worker regarding discipline questions or concerns.
