Tele-Practice Tip Sheet: 5 Essentials

Tele-Practice is early intervention delivered by video, so providers can coach and support families from a distance. Use this tip sheet to guide and improve it. It names five essentials of high-quality virtual services: secure, visually accessible technology that works for ASL and spoken language; visits centered on coaching caregivers through observation, modeling, and feedback; clear documentation and use of data; simple takeaway strategies families can use between visits; and strong coordination and oversight across providers and services. Use it for program planning and supervision.