ARSD 67:42:05:03. Training and development

Foster parent applicants must participate in at least 30 hours of orientation training before receiving an initial license. The training must include: (1) The impact of separation and trauma on child development; (2) How attachments are formed; (3) The importance of the birth family; (4) Techniques of managing behavior; (5) Permanency planning for children; (6) Child development; and (7) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and medication administration. Licensed foster parents must participate in at least 6 hours of approved training annually, before license renewal. Upon prior approval of the department, the department may reimburse a foster parent an established flat rate for this type of training. If the foster parent cares for a child with a disability or a medical, behavioral, or emotional disorder, an additional 12 hours of training is required to meet the needs of the child. Upon prior approval of the department, the department may reimburse a foster parent for this type of training. Evidence of education, experience, or professional background in the specific area may be substituted for training to meet a child's specific needs. The foster parent must supply the department or the child placement agency with documented evidence of completed training before each license renewal.