FTA Licensing Update

We had to complete 9 hours of pre-placement training prior to getting our dual license.  Thankfully the classes were only 3 hours at a time.  Beyond the frustration of actually getting to the site, the training was a mixture of very repetitive information, information we already knew, and some helpful information.  We went in with an open mind because we weren't sure what the training was going to be like and really found one and a half of the sessions to be beneficial.

For us we were primarily hoping to discuss what we need to do once we actually get "the call".  There are doctor appointments needed, dentist appointments, figuring out daycare/school, etc.  This was the most beneficial information to us as it was something that would actually help us in preparing for children coming into our home.

We still have the rest of our 33 hours of training we need to complete; but, we have two years to complete the training.  We also have two different training sessions we must complete with our agency; but, in order to register for all of our training we need to be actually licensed.

Speaking of getting licensed, we have our final walk-thru tomorrow!  Our licensing specialist will stop by to verify we have working smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire exit plan, etc.  We will be doing an exterior safety check as well.

So far the licensing process has been pretty smooth and our licensing specialist believes we should have our license within a month(ish).  And then it is just a wait for us to get "the call" and we will be on a crazy adventure!