Florida
Foster Care Resource Hub
About Fostering
Florida does things a bit differently by contracting with private, community-based agencies to handle foster care licensing. They have specific license levels, which helps speed things up if you are stepping in to care for a relative.
Use the guides above to explore licensing, training, and local agency options in more detail when you are ready for the next step.
Quick Facts
Governing Body
Licensing Timeline
6-9 Months Average
Training Requirements
21 Hours of Pre-Service Training