Multi-component Professional Development for Early Interventionists

Abstract

An evaluation was conducted of the Partnering for Success: Foundational Institute offeredthrough the Early Intervention Training Program at the University of Illinois, thestate-funded professional development provider for Part C. The evaluation examinedfacilitators and barriers to changes in participants’ practices in working with families inthe early intervention system. Data were also gathered on the efficacy of the trainingcomponents used during the 4-day, multi-component linked series. Participants reportedthat teaming and collaboration were effective facilitators for change, and administrativeissues served as barriers to change. Participants also reported that group discussionsand videos were the most effective components that assisted in changing practices.