2026 Pre Adoption Training (NTDC) October
October 24 @ 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.
October NTDC Sessions will run:
- October 24
- October 31
- November 7
Time: 9 AM–3 PM ET
Location: Virtual event
Date and time: Sat, Oct 24, 2026 9:00 AM ET
Organizer: Tenisha Lusane, (301) 664-9664, tlusane@barkerfoundation.org
