Training Resources
Step by Step
Step by Step is a comprehensive, competency based resource. It provides a range of material to enable agencies and applicants to:
- engage and share relevant information
- make an informed decision about the suitability of the applicant to be a foster carer.
Click here for more information about the resource and how to obtain a copy.
Shared Stories, Shared Lives
This resource sets out an eight module training course for new and prospective foster carers. The resource includes:
- leaders guide
- participants workbook
- photocopy–ready handouts, overheads and workbook
- two training videos
Click here to download an Order Form (PDF file) with price details. Print, complete and send in by post or fax.
Real Kids, Real Carers
Real Kids, Real Carers is a continuing education resource for foster carers. Real Kids, Real Carers is produced by ACWA, with funding from the NSW Department of Community Services.
The resource consists of 6 booklets covering topics of importance to foster carers.
Click here for more information about the resource and how to obtain a copy.
Switching the Light on Child Protection
This learning resource has been developed to assist all workers who work with children, young people and their families to:
- Update their legislative knowledge
- Explore some of the complex issues surrounding the recognition and response to abuse and risk of harm
- Understand child protection reporting requirements
The resource consists of an Information Book and e-Learning files.
ADSL/Broadband is recommended for download as the size is large.
- Click here to download the Information Book (please read first)
- PC users click here to download
e-Learning files (250 Mb)
- Mac users click here to download
e-Learning files (247Mb).
Step by Step Aboriginal Assessment Tool
The Step by Step Aboriginal Assessment Tool is a version of the acclaimed Step by Step kit that is suitable for use when assessing a foster carer applicant who is Aboriginal. It includes relevant indicators of cultural competency and essential background information to equip assessors to make an informed decision about an Aboriginal applicant's suitability to be a carer.
Click here for more information about the resource and how to obtain a copy.
