The Skills to Foster® : Train the Trainer (London)

Book your place on our The Skills to Foster®: Train the Trainer course, taking place on 7, 14 & 21 October 2026 in London.

The Skills to Foster® is the UK’s leading preparation training course for prospective foster carers produced by The Fostering Network. Designed to equip prospective foster carers with the knowledge and skills they need to care for children who need foster care​.

Aims and objectives:

To enable participants to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence to effectively deliver The Skills to Foster® preparation training for prospective foster carers.

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Explain the aims, objectives, structures, and underpinning theories of Skills to Foster
• Navigate and use the eLearning platform confidently
• Apply trauma-informed and inclusive approaches to recruitment and training
• Engage adult learners using effective facilitation techniques
• Have a thorough understanding of the course content and any areas for development
• Deliver an activity from The Skills to Foster with confidence 

Other locations will be announced, if you are interested in attending this training course near Cardiff or Glasgow, please email [email protected]. 

Booking details:

Member rate £695 plus VAT

Non-member rate £795 plus VAT

This course will be delivered In London SE1, registration will begin at 9:15, confirmed delegates will be sent joining instructions by email a few days before the course start date.

Please note: The Skills to Foster: Train the Trainer is exclusively available to purchasers of The Skills to Foster.

For more information contact [email protected].

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