Interdisciplinary Training Program (ITP) in child abuse and neglect: Long term effects.

Background: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center has offered Interdisciplinary Training Program (ITP) for Child Abuse and Neglect since 1987. However, there are limited evaluations on multidisciplinary/interprofessional training for early professionals in the field of child abuse and neglect.

Objective: This study aimed to examine the effects of the ITP on young professionals in developing their careers and taking leadership roles in the field of child abuse and neglect.

Using an online viewing system for Parent-Child Interaction therapy consulting with professionals.

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) training was provided to therapists working with parents of children with disruptive behavior problems. Therapists uploaded video-recordings of selected sessions using a web-based tool for video sharing and review, the Video Analysis Tool (VAT). Trainers utilized the VAT for consultation to improve treatment fidelity.