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This program aims to advance developmental screening in ECE settings by offering ongoing monitoring, standardized screening, and linking to additional services. It covers administering the ASQ-3, communication with families, and best practices for developmental support. Participants will explore data reports, strategies for improvement, and culturally competent care in ECE.
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Improving Developmental Screening in ECE Programs MISSION To promote universal developmental screening in Early Care and Education Programs by providing ongoing monitoring, developmental screening, and appropriate support and connection to additional developmental services.
Learning Objectives • Explain the need for developmental surveillance and screening in ECE programs through Vermont’s System for Universal Developmental Screening • Describe how to administer the ASQ-3, a standardized developmental screening tool, and interpret the results • Identify effective communication techniques to discuss a child’s developmental progression with families • Explain the importance of culturally responsive practices and communication with families • Describe a model to support change and improvement in your ECE program • Share best practice recommendations for developmental monitoring, developmental screening, and follow up activities
Learning Objectives • Learn how cohort members are implementing systems for developmental surveillance and screening • Identify key agencies and individuals within Vermont’s System for Developmental Screening, Birth to Age 8 to • Review program level and aggregate level data reports on Family Survey results • Learn about strategies to improve the themes identified from Family Survey results
Learning Objectives • Review data on developmental surveillance and screening, referral and response activities • Identify strategies to support the systematic spread of screening within each site and begin to explore methods to support sustainability of changes over time • Learn key concepts related to providing culturally & linguistically competent care in Early Care and Education settings