TRACE Practice-Based Research Syntheses

Child Find : Referral : Early Identification : Eligibility Determination

The methods and procedures that can be used by Part C/Part B(619) personnel to influence referrals to early intervention and preschool special education include different kinds of practices being reviewed and synthesized by TRACE investigators. Major emphasis is being placed on the practices that are most effective in promoting referrals to Part C and Part B(619) programs.

Referral Systems

Central Directories
Central Referral Systems
Single Portal of Entry Systems
Information and Referral Programs
Call Center Programs

Primary Referral Sources

Physicians
Parents
Hospital Staff
Child Care Programs
Parent-to-Parent Programs
Referral Specialists

Health Care Planning

Hospital Discharge Plans
Continuity of Care Plans
Hospital/Home Transition Plans
Medical Home

Physician Education

Physician Training
Pediatric Resident Training Programs
Computer Based Training Programs

Policy and Position Statements

American Academy of Pediatrics
American Academy of Family Physicians