Adoptive parents are best prepared to meet the complex needs of adoptive children when they are provided with extensive, ongoing, supportive training and preparation. At Holt, training occurs in three phases throughout the adoption process and families are informed of these requirements at time of application.
Branch families are informed of parent training requirements by branch office staff and non-branch families are informed by country program staff. If you have any questions about training, feel free to contact one of our country program staff.
Phase 1: Overview of International Adoption
Timeline: Application to home study
Phase 2: Meeting the Needs of Adopted Children
Timeline: At time of home study approval, prior to child assignment
Phase 3: Child Specific Preparation
Timeline: Child assignment to travel