Comfort Consults, LLC - Keys to Interactive Parenting Scale

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With the Keys to Interactive Parenting Scale (KIPS) you can assess parent or caregiver interactions
with an infant, toddler or preschooler. Instead of using impressions or parent self-report, KIPS uses
direct observation of parent behaviors. KIPS assesses caregiver behaviors, so you can track progress,
and evaluate intervention outcomes. KIPS provides you a convenient, reliable, research-based tool to
effectively measure parenting and caregiving behaviors.

Online and onsite training are currently available.
Contact Comfort Consults for details on procedures and costs.

What Does KIPS Look Like?

KIPS is an observational rating scale to assess 12 key parenting behaviors that are meaningful for intervention. KIPS uses 1 to 5 quality ratings with behavioral anchors. It also allows notes for discussion with each family.

KIPS Features

Parenting behaviors linked to child development research
Behaviors endorsed by Providers as meaningful for intervention
Tested with Caregivers of children 2 - 71 months
Established inter-rater reliability, internal consistency,
and validity
Fast to Use: Observe 20 min.+ Score 10 min.
Training offers plenty of practice and feedback
Training required for certified use of KIPS
Annual recertification required
Available in English and Spanish

What Can I Do with KIPS?

Guide staff observations
Assess parenting strengths and needs
Customize intervention to caregiver and child
Guides parenting education
Provide a common language for case review
Monitor family progress
Evaluate program outcomes

KIPS is Designed for
Family Support Workers Parent Educators Home Visitors Early Head Start Staff Early Intervention Staff Nurses & Pediatricians Psychologists Social Workers

Training and certification are required to use KIPS. KIPS training is available onsite for a maximum of 15 participants or online for those who desire a convenient low-cost option (Download KIPS Training Snapshot for more details). Annual recertification is required through the KIPS Annual Check-up, a brief online opportunity to ensure reliable use of KIPS.