In order to register for preservice training you will need to set up an account within the CAPS system. This new system will enable you to register for upcoming preservice training courses. If you have difficulty getting registered please contact Trina Farrell, Clermont for Kids Recruiter at trina.farrell@jfs.ohio.gov. Use this link CAPS Registration to begin the process. Navigating the classes can be challenging, use this Preservice Training Checklist to help you get started.
Following are some basic directions that may help you navigate this new system.
First Page
“Division (Agency)” field: search for Clermont County and select the “Clermont County DJFS”
“Primary Position” field: select “Prospective Foster/Adoptive Caregiver”.
“Primary Position (County)” field: search and select residential county.
Second Page
No required fields
Third Page
Create and re-submit a password of your choice.
Submit form.
Once you submit your form it goes to a statewide mailbox. Your request should be approved within 1
business day after submitting. You will not get an e-mail notice but once your account request is
approved you can log in using your email address (username) and whatever password was created at
submission to view and register for preservice training sessions.
Training Location: 2400 Clermont Center Drive, Batavia, Ohio 45103
Contact: Sandi Webster sandi.webster@jfs.ohio.gov
Trainer: Dave Zidar
| The Basics of Placement | Sat., Aug. 12, 2023 | 9:00AM-11:30AM |
| Trauma Overview | Sat., Aug. 12, 2023 | 12:45PM-2:15PM |
| Impact of Trauma on Children in Care | Sat., Aug. 12, 2023 | 2:30PM-4:00PM |
| Permanency | Sat., Aug. 19, 2023 | 9:00AM-10:00AM |
| Maintaining the Child’s Connections | Sat., Aug. 19, 2023 | 10:15AM-11:45AM |
| Partnering w/the Primary Family | Sat., Aug. 19, 2023 | 12:45PM-2:15PM |
| Effects of Caregiving | Sat., Aug. 19, 2023 | 2:30PM-4:30PM |
| Child Development | Sat., Aug. 26, 2023 | 9:00AM-11:00AM |
| Adolescent Development | Sat., Aug. 26, 2023 | 11:15AM-12:15PM |
| Diversity Foundations | Sat., Aug. 26, 2023 | 1:15PM-2:45PM |
| Discipline Foundations | Sat., Aug. 26, 2023 | 3:00PM-5:00PM |
Training Location: 2400 Clermont Center Drive, Batavia, Ohio 45103
Contact: Sandi Webster sandi.webster@jfs.ohio.gov
Trainers: Angela Buckalew & Megan Wendling
| The Basics of Placement | Tue., Oct. 3, 2023 | 6:00PM-8:30PM |
| Trauma Overview | Thur., Oct. 5, 2023 | 6:00PM-7:30PM |
| Impact of Trauma on Children in Care | Thur., Oct. 5, 2023 | 7:45PM-9:15PM |
| Permanency | Tue., Oct. 10, 2023 | 6:00PM-7:00PM |
| Maintaining the Child’s Connections | Tue., Oct. 10, 2023 | 7:15PM-8:45PM |
| Partnering w/the Primary Family | Thur., Oct. 12, 2023 | 6:00PM-7:30PM |
| Diversity Foundations | Thur., Oct. 12, 2023 | 7:45PM-9:15PM |
| Child Development | Tue., Oct. 17, 2023 | 6:00PM-8:00PM |
| Adolescent Development | Tue., Oct. 17, 2023 | 8:15PM-9:15PM |
| Discipline Foundations | Thur., Oct. 19, 2023 | 6:00PM-8:00PM |
| Effects of Caregiving | Tue., Oct 24, 2023 | 6:00PM-8:00PM |
Clermont County
Contact: Sandi Webster sandi.webster@jfs.ohio.gov
Location: 2400 Clermont Center Dr., Batavia, OH 45103
Southwest Ohio Regional Training Center (SWORTC)
Contact: Brian Callahan Brian.Callahan2@jfs.ohio.gov
Location: 420 Wards Corner Road, Suite J, Loveland, OH 45140