When It Is Used
Use it during PDI teach, role play, coding, or coaching when the practitioner is shaping how the caregiver gives commands.
PDI Effective Command Practice for PCIT Coaching
PDI Effective Command Practice is a PCIT parent-directed interaction practice support tool for practitioners. It helps practitioners structure caregiver command attempts, observe whether each command creates a child response opportunity, and identify command-quality issues for coaching.
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Tool guide
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Use this background section to understand when the tool fits, how practitioners use it, and what to consider before sharing it with clients.
Limits
The tool does not invent command scripts, prescribe discipline steps, assign unsupported quality scores, or explain child noncompliance.
Is this a home program?
No. It is a practitioner-led PDI command-practice support tool for coached opportunities.
Can role play be recorded?
Yes. Role play without an observed child response is recorded separately from live child interaction.
What does the review summarize?
The review summarizes practice opportunities, observed response categories where recorded, practitioner-noted command-quality issues, and recurring coaching targets.