Tools & Frameworks
Tools & Frameworks
Relevant actions
Action 1, 3
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 guidance specific to evaluating parenting support services, such focusing on outcomes related to parental needs and behaviours (p.50) alongside general evaluation principles such as using a theory of change to guide evaluation outcomes, and integrating new data capture into existing data capabilities
The tool describes how key stakeholders (from nutrition, education, health, social and child protection, and all levels of government) need to come together to prioritize areas for attention related to supporting and strengthening the parent support workforce. Pages 10-11.
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
