Part one: Introduction to standard PCIT

• Overview of standard PCIT (theoretical foundations; Evidence-base; major treatment components; adaptations)
• Introduction and training in the Dyadic Parent-Child Interaction Coding System (DPICS)
• Skills training in the delivery of didactic teaching sessions and live parent coaching, with a focus on Child Directed Interaction (CDI) skills
• Case observations

Part two: PCIT-Toddler training

• Overview of PCIT-T (theoretical foundations; evidence-base; major treatment components; PCIT-T as an adaptation of standard PCIT)
• The CDI-Toddler phase: 'C-A-R-E-S' model for coaching parent and child emotional regulation; emotional labeling and coaching; approaches to difficult or aggressive behaviour; promoting caregiver reflection)
• The PDI-Toddlers phase: 'Tell-Show-Try Again-Guide' sequence; language enhancement; life enhancement sessions; preparing for graduation
• Evaluating outcomes: Using the Dyadic Parent-Child Interaction Coding System (DPICS-IV) in PCIT-T; The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) for Infants and Toddlers