Training, Consultancy and Professional Development
Who we are
The British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF) is a leading provider of specialist training for social work managers, practitioners, adopters, foster carers and all those professionals that are associated with the child care environment.
Where we work
We deliver training across the UK, at venues and times to suit you. We have offices in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and are always happy to come out to you, wherever you are based.
Why training matters
Our training will help you to work more efficiently and effectively by keeping you up-to-date with the latest in research, practice development and legislation, all in the context of a rapidly changing world.
Who we train
We train a wide variety of professionals and non-professionals involved in the adoption and fostering community. From adoptive parents to agency panel advisers to supporting social workers we offer a training solution for you.
Conferences
BAAF runs national conferences throughout the UK. Check out our events page here.
Contact us
To discuss your individual or organisational training needs please fill in our online enquiry form. Alternatively you can contact one of our regional offices.
Training consultancy
BAAF responds to invitations to tender for training contracts for government bodies or private organisations.
Online learning
BAAF are pleased to announce that a new online learning platform will be launched during 2013. More details to follow.
Workshops, seminars and conferences
| Date | Event details | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 21 May 2013 |
Using the Secure Base Model in Assessing the Placement Needs of Children Requiring Permanent Care One-day workshop |
Belfast |
| 23 May 2013 |
Managing Allegations Against Foster Carers One-day workshop |
Newcastle |
| 23 May 2013 |
Professional advisors to fostering panels One-day workshop |
Leeds |
| 23 May 2013 |
Disruption in Adoption and Permanent Foster Care Two-day workshop |
Glasgow |
| 29 May 2013 |
Making Permanence Orders Work for Children, Families and Agencies One-day workshop |
Edinburgh |
| 29 May 2013 |
Assessing adopters with the new PAR One-day workshop |
Leeds |
| 30 May 2013 |
Making good adoption assessments Two-day workshop |
London |
| 30 May 2013 |
Assessing Adult Competence in Child Care Proceedings Seminar |
Belfast |
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BAAF Conference
Fostering resilience - Achieving positive outcomes for children and young people in adoption and fostering
London, 24 Oct 2013
This conference brings together three leading experts in this field to share their knowledge, wisdom and experience, with a focus on practical applications in fostering and adoption.
