No Formal Qualifications Needed
You do not need any formal qualifications to become a foster carer or to take part in our training. What matters most is that you can offer a child a safe, caring home, along with time, patience and a willingness to learn.
Many of our carers come from all walks of life. Some have experience of working with children or of raising their own family, but many do not. Life experience, empathy and a sense of humour are just as valuable as anything you could learn in a classroom.
Our training is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need, whatever your background. It starts with preparation training during your assessment and continues after approval, with friendly trainers and plenty of support.
If you are worried about reading, writing or using computers, please let us know. We will make sure training is accessible to you, and our approach to paperwork keeps written recording to a minimum. Find out more on our Training Programme page, try our finance calculator, or get in touch with our team.
Could You Foster?
Find out if fostering is right for you. No qualifications needed, just a caring home. If you would like to talk it through, get in touch with our friendly team or request a free brochure.
