Assessment and approval of adopters

Topics include: Adopting a child, The adopter assessment process and The two-stage approach.

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It can be a difficult and long winded process, adopting a child.

New statutory adoption legislation in July 2013 aimed to cut waiting lists and bring families together quicker.

This course details what’s changed and widens your knowledge of the adoption approval process.

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Did you know that legislation introduced in 2013 targets adoption approval within six months? It should now be faster and easier to adopt, especially if you’ve previously adopted or are an approved foster carer.

In this course you’ll learn about this new process and gain an understanding of the two-stage approach.

You’ll develop a holistic view of the process that will help you as a prospective adopter, adoption panel member, or an employee working in adoption as part of your role.

You will automatically get a course certificate on course completion – with your name, the CPD hours, the date and learning objectives.

This course contains additional resource materials, useful links and a refresher guide.

Looking for a course that covers the assessment process for foster carers? Check out our Assessment and Approval of Foster Carers course.

The adopter assessment process and timescales, from application to approval
Two-stage approval, including Stage 1 and Stage 2 plans
Learn about the fast-track process for previous adopters and approved foster carers
What information is gathered
What happens if a person is assessed as being unsuitable to adopt
The roles and functions of the adoption panel
How the adoption register works
Where to go for advice and guidance

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