In Buzzwords Explained, Zero to Three offers a handful of quick videos to describe common, yet sometimes misunderstood, terms in the early intervention space. Each clip is under a minute but delivers a clear definition of the term followed by a link to more in-depth information. The linked articles include such things as written ideas about how to explain the term, understand its impact on early childhood, and incorporate it into your everyday practice. Some of the terms may not apply to your specialty, but they’re all terms that families might encounter. This resource will help you be a more knowledgeable resource when parents have questions about early intervention’s buzzwords.
The ICC-Recommended Early Start Personnel Manual (ESPM) describes core knowledge and role-specific competencies needed for early intervention service provision, incorporating current research and evidence in the field of early intervention. Click here to access the ESPM. Scroll down to find the ESPM entry.
This resource is related to the following ESPM knowledge-level competencies:
IFSP Development and Review (IFSP-DR)
- IFSP-DR2: Understands the concept of mentoring and its importance with parents and other IFSP team members.
IFSP Implementation (IFSP-i)
- IFSP-i7: Understands the concept of mentoring and its importance with parents and other IFSP team members.
- IFSP-i8: Understands the parallel process and how coaching as an intervention strategy promotes parent confidence and competence in meeting the child’s needs.
- IFSP-i9: Knows models and approaches to home visiting and in-home interaction strategies.