TPOT Reliability Training

Become certified in TPOT to ensure fidelity to the Pyramid Model

Developed by highly respected creators of the Pyramid Model for classrooms enrolling children 2–5 years of age, the TPOT™ tool provides information on how well teachers are using practices related to universal, targeted, and individualized supports. This expert-led training shows attendees how to use TPOT to gather critical information on preschool teacher implementation of Pyramid Model practices. Attendees who successfully complete the workshop and meet reliability standards will receive a certificate indicating their reliability status and can serve as reliability partners to other observers.

Who should attend?

This TPOT training is for individuals who are very familiar with the Pyramid Model and want to know how the model can be implemented in preschool settings (see Prerequisites below). The training is ideal for PBS coaches, early childhood training and technical assistance providers, Head Start mental health specialists and education managers, resource and referral trainers, QRIS technical assistance providers, early childhood program directors, curriculum specialists, Head Start TA providers, and inclusion specialists. Please note that this is an intensive workshop that requires prerequisite knowledge, preparation, and participation in the entire training.

What you’ll learn

During this 2-day training, attendees will learn

  • how to use the TPOT tool, with a focus on key definitions and scoring guidance
  • how to score the indicators
  • how to observe and interview, based on a 2 ½ hour video
  • how to score TPOT to check for reliability with the gold standard score

If you complete the workshop and meet reliability standards, you will receive a certificate indicating that you’re a certified TPOT assessor.

Training Info

Number of participants:

Up to 15

Seminar Length:

2 days

Format:

Zoom

Cost for training:

Starting at $5,700

Scheduling note: Due to high demand and our speakers’ professional and personal schedules, we require 6 weeks of lead time in scheduling private seminars.

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Important attendee information

Please read the tabbed sections below for more information about the training and important attendee guidelines. Note that prerequisites (listed below) are required for participation in this training.

Required Products

Each attendee must have:

One copy of the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT) Manual, Research Edition

One five-pack of the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT) Tool, Research Edition

Please place your order at least 4 weeks before the training date to ensure timely delivery of required products.

Prerequisites

Attendees who have a strong foundational knowledge of the Pyramid Model often have greater success with reliability training. To participate in the TPOT training, all attendees should be familiar with the Pyramid Model and have completed some Pyramid Model training. Attendees should review the Inventory of Practices for Promoting Children’s Social Emotional Competence before attending the training.

If participants have limited background in the Pyramid Model and need additional support prior to the training, they are strongly encouraged to explore the content on the website of the National Center on Pyramid Model Innovations and complete the appropriate ePyramid course(s):

Trainers

Lise Fox, Ph.D. (TPOT co-developer)

Mary Louise Hemmeter, Ph.D. (TPOT co-developer)

Patricia Snyder, Ph.D. (TPOT co-developer)

Anna Winneker

Denise Perez Binder

Cinda Clark

Crystal Bishop

Darbianne Shannon

Mandy Peirick

Molly Gilson

Alana Schnitz

Attendee Guidelines

To participate in this training successfully and qualify for a certificate of completion indicating your reliability status, all attendees must:

  • Attend on their own device
  • Have a working camera and working microphone
  • Keep the camera on during the entire training

Please test your equipment and system in advance to ensure that you’re able to log in smoothly and participate on the day of the training.