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2009 CityMatCH Urban MCH Leadership Conferenceand education programs in our county.ACCOMPLISHMENTS/RESULTSData were collected regarding changes in:• Health and safety knowledge.• Learning environments.• Provider practices in targeted intervention areas, using pre- and post-training tests, on-site observationsand surveys.Pre- and post-test scores showed modest increases in mean scores for 7 of 10 modules. Changes inlearning environments were assessed using the ECERS-R (Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale-Revised) and ITERS-R (Infant and Toddler Environment Rating Scale-Revised), specifically using the‘Personal Care Routine’ subscale. Center-based programs improved on post-test environment ratingscales, but only ECERS-R scores showed statistically significant increases.Several targeted interventions were noted:• An increase in compliance with immunization documentation from 83.4% to 88.2%.• 73% of CHLs stated they improved nutritional value of their center’s menu.• 73% of the CHLs reported having more educational materials on health or safety accessible in the center• An improvement in hand washing practices.• Integration of health and safety resources for families.BARRIERS• High turnover in classroom staff made implementation of the program challenging.• Participants reported resistance to practice changes amongst classroom staff.• Financial constraints were a significant barrier to improvements in the centers.LESSONS LEARNED• Local early childhood councils and ECE providers are essential partners for integration of healthinitiatives into early childhood systems.• Stipends and incentives help avoid high attrition, but are difficult to sustain.• Mentoring is an essential component for a successful CHL program.RESOURCES• MCH block grant funds.• Private sources: Pikes Peak Community Foundation.KEY PARTNERS/STAKEHOLDERSAlliance for Kids-El Paso County's Early Childhood Council.65