CSPD Components

 
 

LEADERShip

The Leadership Workgroup develops a state team that is diverse in representation from all aspects of the system; advocates for resources, makes decisions and sets priorities for PD, solicits feedback; monitors efficiency and effectiveness of the CSPD.

 

Professional Standards

The Professional Standards Workgroup establishes and maintains high standards for the knowledge, skills, and competencies of the early childhood intervention workforce.

 

Recruitment and Retention

The Recruitment and Retention Workgroup addresses the need to ensure that positions are filled by individuals who meet state and national qualifications to provide early childhood intervention (EI/ECSE).

 

Preservice

The Preservice Workgroup ensures Institutes of Higher Education (IHE) prepare individuals to meet state and national personnel standards in a specific discipline.

 

Inservice

The Inservice Workgroup ensures on-going training to maintain/extend existing skills and knowledge, with a focus on evidence-based practice (EBP) and adult learning principles.

 

Evaluation

The Evaluation Workgroup evaluates the CSPD system, including evaluation of each subcomponent and building a foundation for innovation in the CSPD system.