NewPath welcomes individuals, families, and kinship caregivers who are ready to begin their foster care journey—or who are simply exploring whether fostering is the right fit. Our training is designed to meet you where you are and help you feel confident, supported, and prepared.
Becoming a Foster Parent 101 Q&A Sessions are a great place to start!
Register for one or all of the courses to learn more about becoming a foster parent or kinship care provider and taking the next step to becoming a licensed Ohio Foster Parent or Kinship Provider with access to Ohio foster care resources.
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Foster parent training helps you learn what to expect when caring for a child who has experienced trauma. You’ll learn about safety, communication, emotions, and how to support children through change. Training gives you tools, confidence, and support—no experience needed. Many people attend training just to learn more before deciding.
Kinship caregivers (relatives or close family friends caring for a child they know) follow a similar training pathway as foster parents, but with additional support personalized for their situation. Whether you’re pursuing traditional foster care or stepping into kinship care, NewPath provides guidance, training, and resources every step of the way.
It’s completely normal to have questions or feel unsure. Our introductory training helps you understand licensing requirements, what supports you’ll receive, and how NewPath partners with you through trauma‑informed care, ongoing training, and 24/7 support. Many families start simply by attending a session to learn more—no commitment required.
Foster parents and kinship caregivers can be single, married, working, renting, or homeowners. You only need to be 18 or older, have stable income, and have space in your home. We welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, and family types.
Training helps you decide if fostering or kinship care is the right path. You will meet NewPath team member(s), ask questions, and hear what real foster care looks like. You will learn about support services, financial assistance, and 24/7 help from our team.
If you choose to move forward, our team guides you through the licensing steps every step of the way. We help with paperwork, home studies, background checks, and next steps—one step at a time. There is no pressure or obligation to continue. You move at your own pace.
NewPath provides trauma‑informed training, coaching, and ongoing support. We build strong, lasting relationships with our families. We stay connected, answer questions, and celebrate every milestone with you. You are never alone on this journey.
Many families explore foster care or kinship care before they feel fully ready. Attending training is a simple way to learn more and see if it’s a good fit. Our team is happy to talk, answer questions, and walk with you through the process.
