In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: After the pre-screening and pre-service training have been completed, you get to meet your caseworker. It's very important to get off on a good footing with your caseworker; be honest, open, and thoughtful about your experiences and your motivation behind becoming a foster parent. After you meet your caseworker and complete an interview with them, you'll be expected to do the following: Be responsive to the caseworker's requests in a responsible, timely, and open manner. Honor your caseworker's requests for documents and information. Pledge to maintain confidentiality about children in foster care as well as the details surrounding their family. Accommodate your caseworker on required home inspections and criminal background checks. In some states, a home study is required. A home study is a document your caseworker compiles intended to learn more about you, your family history, and your personal relationships. A home study is conducted through a series of questions and interviews, and can last anywhere from three to six months. Generally, a home study includes: Family background and any relevant parenting experiences Education and employment Personal relationships and social life Information about your home and the neighborhood you live in Your reasons for wanting to foster parent and your readiness to do so It can take upwards of a year from when you first contact the foster parent agency until you are given a foster placement. During the waiting period, while your caseworker is making their determination, it's a good idea to stay busy and receptive to any questions your case worker might have. During this time, do as much research as you can about the types of issues foster children will have. Some come into the system abused sexually, mentally and physically and this presents serious issues for the both the foster youth and parents. Contact your state foster parent association and talk to other foster parents for insights and advice. Network with them and find out firsthand what's it's like to be a foster or adoptive parent. If a caseworker comes to you with questions which you think may put your eligibility in doubt, never lie. If your caseworker believes you to be deceptive or dishonest, your eligibility will suffer. Most issues that come up can be worked around. The best policy is openness with your caseworker.
Summary: Meet your caseworker. Do a home study. Wait for your caseworker to make their recommendations.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Not only should you be looking for eye contact, but you should also notice his pupils. If he is looking at you while you talkgreat. If his pupils are larger than normaleven better! Dilation is a brain response that occurs when someone is attracted to something. If his eye contact is shaky, it most likely means that he wants to get out of the situation that he's in. Excessive blinking is another strong indication someone is attracted to you. For some people, blink rate spikes when they're emotionally excited. If his eyebrows are raises slightly, this means that he finds you fascinating. This is a subconscious expression that happens when a man likes what he sees. He may not always have direct eye contact when he's speaking to you, but that doesn't mean he isn't interested. If his eyes wander, take note of where they're going. If he's checking you outhe's obviously interested. If he seems to be looking past you, it's not a good sign. That shows that he is in a rush to escape the conversation.
Summary: Look for eye contact. Check out his eyebrows. Notice if he looks past you.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: There are 30 states that require a license and 15 states that require certification (1 requires registration after an accredited course). Generally, the requirements for state licensure and state certification include having a bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or a related area, supervised practice, and passing an exam. If you're curious, the 4 states that currently do not have any licensure requirements are Arizona, Colorado, Michigan and New Jersey. The accreditation required for a degree in the nutritional science field varies from state to state. Currently, 46 states require an accredited 2 or 4 year degree in nutritional science (either online or campus-based.) Getting your bachelor's in nutrition, institution management, biology, chemistry, and physiology is your best bet. You'll also benefit from business, mathematics, psychology, sociology, and economics courses. Odds are, if your program is a good one, it will touch on all these bases. And if your state is one that requires a license with experience, it's best to pick a program that has a built in internship. An advanced degree isn't strictly necessary, but a solid understanding of biology, chemistry and health will be a great asset. In addition, the more education you have, the more job opportunities you'll have. If you'd like to continue learning, it's a good idea! If you do complete an advanced degree, you are that much closer to getting certified through the CBNS (Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists). If you take and pass the exam, you will become a Certified Nutrition Specialist. However, this article will outline becoming a Certified Clinical Nutritionist -- a process that doesn't need an advanced degree.
Summary:
Investigate the requirements needed by your state. Find an educational program. Consider an advanced degree in nutritional science.