Arizona’s team-based early intervention services implement the key principles of intervention, which are recommended by the national technical assistance centers funded by the United States Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) .
Key Principles of Early Intervention
Infants and toddlers learn best through everyday experiences and interactions with familiar people in familiar contexts.
All families, with the necessary supports and resources, can enhance their children’s learning and development.
The primary role of a service provider in early intervention is to work with and support family members and caregivers in children’s lives.
The early intervention process, from initial contacts through transition, must be dynamic and individualized to reflect the child’s and family members’ preferences, learning styles and cultural beliefs.
IFSP outcomes must be functional and based on children’s and families’ needs and family-identified priorities.
The family’s priorities, needs and interests are addressed most appropriately by a primary provider who represents and receives team and community support.
Interventions with young children and family members must be based on explicit principles, validated practices, best available research, and relevant laws and regulations.
