Foster Care Training: Juvenile Probation Placement Core - Fall 2026

This eight-day course consists of five modules that will inform participants of the foster care placement process, including state and federal regulations and mandates, court processes and legal aspects, best practices for case management and supporting youth in and exiting foster care as well as non-minor dependents participating in extended foster care. This course is comprised of module one being a self-paced learning component, to be completed prior to participating in classroom instruction that will consist of four modules.  This class will consist of lecture and engaging practical activities that will assist participants in the applicability of the training material.

It is highly recommended that attendees are in Placement assignment for minimum of six months before attending this course. 

Instructors:
Anna Ruiz, CPOC Consultant, Retired Orange County Probation

Training Location:
Sacramento, CA (address will be provided in confirmation email)

Schedule:
Week 1
August 4-6, 2026 | 8:30am to 4:30pm
August 7, 2026 | 8:30am to 12:00pm
Week 2:
September 1-3, 2026 | 8:30am to 4:30pm
September 4, 2026 | 8:30am to 12:00pm
* Lunch is not provided.

This training has a 2-hour self-paced learning requirement.

STC Certification Hours: 51 Hours for both weeks

No Cost to attend this training.