QPI: Putting Parenting First
Audience
Course length
3 hours
Course Links
Foster Parent
Community Partner
DCFS Professional
About the course
Instructor
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services
This course defines the Quality Parenting Initiative (QPI) and outlines the initiative’s traits. Emphasis is placed on working as a team for the child in care. QPI’s three core components are identified- the Initial Call, the Icebreaker Meeting, and the Transition Plan. The course illustrates best practices for child welfare staff to incorporate in their cases.
OBJECTIVES
1. Define QPI and summarize the initiative’s benefits.
2. Identify QPI’s 3 Core Components – the Initial Call, the Icebreaker Meeting, and the Transition Plan - and their benefits.
3. Illustrate best practices to incorporate day-to-day.