Assessment and approval of adopters

Topics include: Adopting a child, The adopter assessment process and The two-stage approach.

30 minutes

12 months access

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Adoption plays a vital role in providing permanent, stable homes for children who are unable to live with their birth families.

This course provides a clear and supportive overview of the adoption assessment and approval process in the UK. You’ll learn what to expect at each stage, who makes the decisions and what happens if someone is not approved.

  • Describe the adopter assessment process and associated timescales, from application to approval
  • Explain the fast-track process for adopters and approved foster carers
  • Identify the types of information gathered during the assessment process
  • Understand the procedures followed if an applicant is assessed as being unsuitable to adopt
  • Outline the roles and functions of the adoption panel
  • Describe how the adoption register works
  • Identify sources of advice and guidance

  • Assessment and approval of adopters

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