Description of Service: In-depth program (6-8 sessions) for families with children with moderate to high levels of anxiety.

Prerequisite: None, however access to regular, high-quality supervision and prior, relevant experience and/or education are strongly recommended.

Training Dates:  August 20 - 22, 2024  9:00 – 4:30 (8:45 on 1st day)

Pre-Accreditation: September 6, 2024  9:00 – 4:30

Accreditation (1/2 day):  September 24 or 25 , 2024  AM: 9:00 – 12:30 / PM: 1:30 – 5:00

Register by: July 29, 2024 to receive the training materials prior to the 1st training day.

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• After submitting a registration form, First 5’s Triple P Program Manager will follow up to confirm your/ your agency’s commitment. Once the written agreement is signed, you will be added to the roster.

• All Training, Pre-accreditation, and Accreditation sessions will be held on Zoom.

• The Zoom link and training materials will be provided by Triple P America prior to the first training date. Materials will be shipped to the business or residential mailing address provided in the registration form.

• Each practitioner will be assigned to (or sign up for) a half-day Accreditation session during the initial Training. First 5 Santa Cruz County recommends blocking off both Accreditation dates in your calendar until a specific date and time has been confirmed by the Triple P America trainer.

Training on local evaluation procedures: Date/time TBD

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Overview of Level 4 Fear-Less Triple P

• Fear-Less Triple P is a cognitive-behavioral parenting intervention that supports parents to help children manage their anxiety more effectively. The program encourages parents to generalize strategies to all family members, not just the child who is experiencing anxiety.

• Currently, Fear-Less Triple P can be offered in 6 - 8 one-on-one sessions or group classes. This program is best suited for families with children between 6 – 14 years old who have moderate to high levels of anxiety that cause significant distress or impact on their everyday functioning.

• Over the course of 6 - 8 sessions, parents learn and practice how to: Understand anxiety; Promote emotional resilience; Set a good example and encourage realistic thinking; Understand avoidance; Respond to children’s anxiety; Teach children constructive problem-solving skills; Track and maintain progress.

• Practitioners use a combination of assessments, a workbook, videos, role plays, coaching, and “homework” to help parents/caregivers set their own goals; develop and implement parenting plans that are tailored to their cultural, linguistic, and family needs; and track and maintain progress.