Partners in Foster Care: Becoming a Carer

If you are interested in becoming a carer please Contact Us.

The following is an outline of the steps involved in becoming a carer:

  • Receive information on becoming a carer
  • Attend an information session
  • Make a decision about becoming a carer
  • Attend pre-service training and assessment of training outcomes
  • Lodge an official application form
  • Undergo an assessment and checks - medical, criminal
  • Receive a certificate of approval
  • You are a certified Foster Carer for 12 months!