WHO Caregiver Skills Training for Families of Children with Developmental Delays or Disabilities (CST)
Self-paced training program for caregivers of children with developmental disabilities or delays, including intellectual disability, autism, and speech sound disorder.
These learning modules are intended to support caregivers through education and access to resources related to child development. The course is self-paced, meaning caregivers may move through the modules in their entirety or they may choose to access content that most applies to their circumstances. Additionally, caregivers may return to the learning as often as needed.
As described by the WHO, "More than 50 million children have a developmental disability... Without appropriate support, these conditions often limit these children’s ability to benefit from the educational and social opportunities that others take for granted. They are often denied access to school and are more likely to experience violence, neglect, and other forms of abuse. Their caregivers are often stigmatised, isolated and impoverished. Despite this, most children with developmental disabilities and their families do not have access to the care and support they need.
For caregivers of children with developmental disabilities, parenting programmes can be particularly beneficial in increasing their confidence and parenting skills. They can also lead to improved well-being of both caregivers and children." (WHO, 2025)