2026 Pre Adoption Training (NTDC) May
May 9 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT
The National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC) is a nationally recognized, evidence-based program that prepares you for the lifelong journey of adoption. Required for all prospective Barker adoptive parents, the course covers core adoption concepts, trauma and loss, and strategies for supporting children from diverse backgrounds. Led by professionals and adoptive parents. Participants must be able to join all three sessions in their cohort.
May NTDC Sessions will run:
5/9/2026 5/16/2026 5/30/2026
Time: 9 AM–3 PM ET
Location: Virtual event
Date and time: Sat, May 9, 2026 9:00 AM ET
Organizer: Tenisha Lusane, (301) 664-9664, tlusane@barkerfoundation.org