Section R. 400.12312 - Foster parent trainingRule 312.
(1) An agency shall develop a foster parent training plan with the participation of foster parents.(2) The foster parent training plan must provide for all the following: (a) Not less than 12 hours of training to be completed by each person named on the license before a recommendation is made for licensure, taking into account the individual training needs of the foster parents. Not more than 3 hours of orientation may be included as part of the initial 12 hours of training.(b) Not less than 6 hours of training annually for each licensee after the time periods specified in subdivision (a) of this subrule.(3) The training specified in subrule (2)(a) of this rule must address all the following areas: (a) Characteristics and needs of children who may be placed into the home.(b) Safe sleep practices for infants.(d) Calming and soothing supports for children, including sensory modulation and de-escalation techniques.(e) Importance of the foster child's parents and relatives.(h) Emergency procedures, first aid, and fire safety.(i) Preparation of the foster child for permanence and independence.(j) The role of the court and lawyer guardian ad litem in permanency planning.(k) Reasonable and prudent parent standards.(l) Firearm storage and safety.(m) The unique needs of foster children based on individual identities related to culture, race and ethnicity, religion, and spirituality, and SOGIE.(o) Trauma-informed parenting, including the effects of discipline in the household.(4) At least 1 adult member of the household must have training in and maintain a current certification in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, or other institution approved by the department.(5) An agency shall document all training received by each foster parent.Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.12312
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