Tools & Frameworks
Tools & Frameworks
Use it to…
It provides evidence to support workforce planning decisions critical for scaling parenting support services and ensuring quality and consistency.
Where to look in this resource
It provides an overview of entry points to delivering a parenting support service at different levels and what this entails (Universal, Targeted, and Intensive) (p.18 - 37)
A helpful tool to undertake a workforce needs assessment for parent support services. Seven areas covered: 1) workforce expectations, 2) curricula, materials and resources, 3) training, supervision and career development, 4) workforce conditions and wellbeing, 5) program design, 6) enabling environment and 7) monitoring and quality assurance. Tool application on page 11.
Description
The assessment tool helps countries examine who delivers parenting support services, what competencies they possess, and where additional training or institutional support may be required. It enables analysis across different providers and sectors, including health, social services, and community‑based programmes. Findings can inform workforce development strategies and resource allocation.
Brief description
This tool supports assessment of workforce capacity, skills, and gaps among personnel delivering parenting support services.
Keywords
layered services; nurturing care; service design; financing models; family-centred care
Resource Title
Parenting Support Workforce Needs Assessment Tool
