# 2017 Summary Report

## ASQ-3 & ASQ:SE-2

### Training of Trainers Institutes

There were 3 institutes held in 2017. Each 3-day ASQ Training of Trainers Institute was sold out and had over 60 attendees per event.

- **April 4-6** Las Vegas, NV
- **June 21-23** Bloomington, MN
- **August 14-16** Towson, MD

The ASQ Training of Trainers Institute provided participants with everything needed to instruct their colleagues in using the ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 screening tools.

- Implement ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2
- Score questionnaires
- Understand the referral process
- Interpret results

### SKILLS & TESTIMONIALS

Teach others in your organization how to use ASQ.

See what a few attendees had to say about the skills gained over the course of the training:

> "I liked the fact that you gave suggestions to make [our future] trainings more interactive and engaging for the participants. You modeled how to incorporate these techniques." — Jamie Walko, Technical Assistant, J. Walko Educational Services, DE

> "This seminar helps to [screen] kiddos in multiple areas; the training would benefit those working with children in all different capacities." — Angela Tyler, Lead Home Visitor, Early Head Start at CHOP, PA

> "Great insights on the assessment and screening process!" — Elora Barba, Health & Nutrition Manager, Peninsula Family Services, CA

### REASONS TO ATTEND

There are many reasons to attend an ASQ Institute, but here are some of the most popular responses:

- Network with other early childhood professionals
- Expand knowledge of ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2
- Gain techniques and materials to conduct trainings

### MEET THE TRAINERS

Institute trainers are people who have been involved in the authorship, development and/or research of the ASQ-3 and/or the ASQ:SE-2.

- Jantina Clifford, Ph.D.: Senior Researcher and Instructor in the Early Intervention Program at the University of Oregon; over 20 years of involvement in ASQ research projects; provides trainings nationally and internationally.
- Faculty member at the University of Oregon Early Intervention Program: teaches graduate courses in early intervention and early childhood special education.

### SURVEY SAYS

At the conclusion of each institute, attendees were asked to provide their open and honest feedback about the seminar. The results speak for themselves:

- Were you provided with all the information needed to provide ASQ training to your organization?
- Will the training materials be useful to you after the seminar?
- Would you recommend this seminar to others?

### FUTURE TRAININGS

For the first time, we are offering an additional day of training geared specifically towards customers using ASQ Online! In a hands-on, activity-driven format, this full-day session will cover how to:

- Set up an account
- Manage participant data
- Manage screenings
- Communicate with families

Four institutes are planned for 2018. For more information and to stay up-to-date on future events, please visit [ASQ Institutes 2018](http://bit.ly/ASQ-Institutes-2018). Space is limited. Registration is only available for 2018 ASQ Training Institute attendees.