Hot Topic | Building Expertise: Training the ECI Workforce in Critical Service Delivery Components

High-quality early childhood intervention (ECI) services depend on a well-prepared workforce that can translate training into effective practice. This interactive workshop addresses the critical components of ECI service delivery, including family-centered practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based strategies. Participants will explore the alignment between workforce preparation programs and recommended practices, identify common challenges in moving from theory to implementation, and develop actionable strategies to strengthen workforce capacity. Through discussion, case examples, and practical tools, attendees will leave with concrete steps to enhance service delivery and improve outcomes for young children and their families. Participants will be able to: 1. Identify the essential components of high-quality early childhood intervention service delivery including family engagement, individualized planning, and team-based collaboration. 2. Explain how workforce preparation aligns with recommended practices and professional standards in ECI. 3. Apply strategies for integrating evidence-based practices into daily service delivery to support children and families effectively. 4. Analyze common challenges in moving from training to practice and propose solutions to enhance workforce readiness. 5. Develop actionable steps to strengthen professional development and ongoing support for ECI practitioners.