| Abstract: | This study addresses the interprofessional training of professionals necessary to function in an integrated service delivery system for children and youth at risk. Information was collected in seven OECD member countries on current multidisciplinary training capabilities, including country information and exemplary program descriptions. A number of significant findings were identified from the study regarding national policies, effects of decentralization, organizing mechanisms, training components, implementation strategies and financing. Clear policy implications emerged from the study, including the need to incorporate national policies on training in the policy framework for serving children and youth at risk, encouraging universities to develop curricula relevant to coordinated systems of care for their children and youth, and establishing national mechanisms for supporting and linking local training initiatives. |
