CECMHC | Library: Resources and Training Tools

Library: Resources and Training Tools

The CECMHC products translate research-based knowledge into practical strategies that can be implemented in Head Start programs across the country. These products include: self-assessment tools and web-based, best-practice tutorials that build the skills and capacity of mental health consultants and program administrators; implementation toolkits for each level of the Pyramid Model; and relaxation techniques to promote staff wellness.

Icon Key: Resource below are coded with icon(s) that identify the intended audience(s).

	Materials for Head Start Staff
	Materials for Head Start Administrators
	Materials for Training & Technical Assistance (T&TA) Providers
	Materials for Mental Health Consultants
	Materials for Families

Materials developed on this site are protected by Georgetown University's copyright policies. However, we encourage you to download them for use in your work.

Permission is not required if the material is to be (1) used unaltered and (2) proper credit is given to the authors and to CECMHC.
Permission is required if the material is to be (1) modified in any way; (2) used in broad distribution; or (3) used for commercial purpose.

Administrative Tools

As you seek the services of a mental health consultant, here is a sample contract and memorandum of understanding that other Head Start programs have used. Feel free to download and modify it for your program's use.

MOU

Sample Contract

Assessment Tools

MHC Self Assessment Tool | Spreadsheet for MHC Self Assessment

Cultural and Linguistic Competence Self-Assessment Checklist for Early Head Start and Head Start Program Administrators and Managers

Cultural and Linguistic Competence Self-Assessment Checklist for Early Head Start and Head Start Programs

ECMHC Program Needs Assessment Surveys: Teacher Survey | Manager Survey

Infant Toddler Temperament Tool| En Español (Instrumento sobre el temperamento del bebé y del niño pequeño)

Baby Books

My 1st Year Baby Book (English and Español)

Discovering Feelings booklet (English and Español)

Best Practice Tutorials

Introduction to the Tutorials

Tutorial 1: Strengthening Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation in Head Start and Early Head Start Programs

Tutorial 2: Defining Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation and the Consultant Role

Tutorial 3: The Effective Mental Health Consultant

Tutorial 4: Mastering the Consultative Stance

Tutorial 5: An Administrator's Guide to Developing, Implementing, and Maintaining Successful Mental Health Consultation Services

Tutorial 6: Recognizing and Addressing Trauma in Infants, Young Children, and their Families

Tutorial 7: Recognizing and Supporting the Social and Emotional Health of Young Children Birth to Age 5

Tutorial 8: Partnering with Families in Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC)

Choose and Use Guide

Finding Social and Emotional Screening Tools

Community of Learners: Social Media

Everyday Ideas for Promoting Social and Emotional Development

Evidence-based Strategies

Teaching Tools for Young Children with Challenging Behavior

Monographs

Cohen, E., and Kaufmann, R. Early Childhood Mental Heatlh Consultation. DHHS Pub. No. CMHS-SVP0151. Rockville, MD: Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2005.

Hepburn, K. S., & Kaufmann, R. K. A Training Guide for the Early Childhood Services Community. DHHS Pub. No. CMHS-SVP0152. Rockville, MD: Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2005.

Relaxation Resources