Staff & professional development
Being a panel member (England)
This course is designed for individuals recently approved to join a fostering panel, as well as those interested in deepening their understanding of fostering panels. We explore the key role that fostering panels play in upholding high standards in foster care. The course then focuses on empowering you with the knowledge and skills essential for impactful participation as a panel member.
What you will learn
- Understand the key principles and responsibilities covered by this topic.
- Recognise how the topic affects children, carers and day-to-day fostering practice.
- Apply practical course guidance to relevant situations with greater confidence.
How the course works
The course is broken into manageable online units and includes knowledge checks or quizzes where appropriate. Progress saves automatically, so learners can pause and return on any device.
A certificate is available when all required course elements are completed successfully.
Who it is for
Foster carers, support carers and fostering-service staff who need practical, up-to-date learning in this topic.