STEPS TO STARTING THE FOSTER CARE/ ADOPTION LICENSING PROCESS
STEP 1: VIRTUAL INTRODUCTORY AGENCY ORIENTATION on Zoom *REQUIRED TO MOVE FORWARD
December 2024 Orientation Schedule:
- 12/07/2024 @ 9AM
- 12/11/2024 at 6PM
- 1/08/2025 at 6PM
- 1/18/2025 at 9AM
(Please just click link to join; no pre-registering required; call or text Adam at: 602-350-1544 with any questions regarding Orientations or any assistance attending a virtual orientation with ACT).
STEP 2: FINGERPRINTING
All adults in the home (18+) must apply for an AZ DPS Level One Fingerprint Card. If you already have a DPS Level One Clearance Card please skip this step. It is important to follow the PDF instructions “Step-by-Step.” Please email us at: [email protected] for Fingerprint Instructions.
STEP 3: ACCESS TO STATE OF ARIZONA QUICK CONNECT LICENSING PORAL
This link will redirect you to encrypted Jotform application to Quick Connect Licensing Portal to apply for the Family Foster Home License: https://www.jotform.com/assign/212384987882069/243450900128045
STEP 4: AGENCY INITIAL HOME VISIT
Complete the Agency initial home visit in your home (plan for one hour).
- We will come to your home by appointment only.
- We will go over all foster care licensing documents.
- We will begin the licensure interview process.
- We will complete mock Life Safety Inspection (LSI) of your home. We will inform you of all corrections needed to pass the State LSI.
- We will answer all your questions.
The licensing Agency will provide you for registration steps at Step 4. All training is virtual except for CPR Training.
Orientation Video Presented by AZDCS
This orientation video explains the need for foster parents in Arizona, the steps on becoming licensed in Arizona, tips for choosing a foster care agency, and it explains some of the realities of foster care. More information can always be found at www.azdcs.gov. It is not mandatory to watch this video. Please feel free to just pick up the phone and give us a call and we’ll be happy to explain foster care licensing and answer any and all questions you may have. More information can found at: https://dcs.az.gov/foster
Life Safety Inspection Documents
Licensing Rules and Other Important Documents
