Kinship One Minute Guide Training & Development Opportunities
For Kinship Carers and Special Guardians
Purpose: To help Kinship Carers and Special Guardians access training, learning and development opportunities within Coventry City Council’s fostering service.
Why training matters
- Builds confidence and skills for day-to-day caring.
- Helps you understand trauma, attachment, behaviour and education needs.
- Keeps you updated with best practice and local guidance.
What training is available
- Courses covering behaviour, safer caring, trauma, SEND, wellbeing and more.
- Online learning options through Flourish.
- Workshops, events and specialist sessions for kinship and fostering families.
How to access training
- Use the Coventry City Council learning and development page for foster carers.
- View the course list, dates and booking guidance.
- Discuss your learning needs with your social worker.
Making the most of training
- Keep a record of courses completed.
- Choose courses relevant to the child’s needs.
- Attend peer-support groups to share learning.