To adopt a child (kinship, domestic or international) all individuals must successfully complete a home study investigation in the state of their residence. (adoptfamilyconnections.org)
To be eligible to adopt a child domestically or internationally, you must successfully complete a home study investigation conducted by an authorized adoption agency or licensed social worker in your state of residence. (adoptfamilyconnections.org)
The social worker completes the home study for approval. (mareinc.org)