What happens when a child is taken into care?
Benefits of being a foster parent
What is a care leaver?
How to become a foster parent
How to foster a child
What are the foster care requirements
Can I choose who I foster?
Fostering with pets FAQ
How long does it take to become a foster parent?
What is the role of an independent fostering agency?
Fostering a disabled child
Tips for coping when foster placements end
Do foster carers pay tax?
What to expect in a fostering assessment
Common Fostering Challenges and Solutions
What disqualifies you from being a foster carer?
Muslim Fostering
Fostering as a single parent
Can you foster a child with a criminal record?
Can you work and foster?
Top 10 fostering myths
Can I foster if…?
Can I foster and rent?
LGBT Fostering: can I foster if I’m gay
Top transferable skills to become a foster carer
Can you foster with a mental health condition?
Christian Fostering
Sikh Fostering
Cultural Diversity in Foster Care
How to encourage foster children to read
Reasons for a child to be taken into care
Tips for coping with attachment disorders in Foster Children
Fostering vs Adoption
What happens when foster parents get divorced?
What is reunification in foster care?
How to deal with foster child bullying
A guide to the foster care handbook
Guide to fostering young children
Types of self-harm
A guide to fostering teenagers
What are the signs of depression in foster children?
Ever wondered about becoming a foster parent but simply don’t know where to start? Chances are, you may have already developed the skills required to be a foster carer in your career. Luckily, we’ve compiled list which highlights the relevant skills foster carers require.
If you are interested in becoming a foster carer, the assessment process will require you to prove relevant experience. However, did you know that your experience didn’t have to be childcare specific? In fact, many career paths equip people with the essential transferable skills to become a carer. Some career roles that provide ample fostering experience include:
If you have worked in any of these industries or similar fields, it’s highly likely you be able to provide evidence of transferable skills during the application process. If you do not work in these fields, do not be disheartened – chances are, you have already gained the necessary skills in other lines of work or general life experience.
So, what exactly is the perfect fostering skillset? Your attributes and character are central to the fostering process. Assessors look for:
Our team do not expect you to be a fully-fledged foster carer during the application process – in fact, once you become a foster carer, you will have plenty of specialist training and courses readily available. You will also have an opportunity to attend a skills to foster course, which is developed to provide you with the introductory skills for fostering. This programme will help you to understand the desirable personality skills for the role and will help you better decide whether fostering is right for you.
For more information on foster parent skills required during the assessment process, get in touch with a member of our team now. Alternatively, read up on how to apply to become a foster carer now.
If you’ve got any questions or would like to find out more about fostering with Capstone, fill out the form below.
An experienced fostering advisor from your local area will then be in touch.
Start the conversation today. Our team of friendly advisors are on hand to answer any foster care questions you may have. We can offer you honest and practical advice that can help you decide if becoming a foster carer is the right path for you.
