Evaluation and Research Archives

Protective Factors Online Data System User Manual

2024-11-15

The User Manual for the FRIENDS Protective Factors Online Data System. This system requires a subscription or agency membership to use.

Military PFS Guide and Tool

2024-01-08

The Protective Factors Survey Military (PFS-MF) is an adaptation of the Protective Factors Survey, 2nd Edition (PFS-2). It was designed for use with parents and

Military PFS (Survey Only)

2024-01-08

The Protective Factors Survey Military (PFS-MF) is an adaptation of the Protective Factors Survey, 2nd Edition (PFS-2). It was designed for use with parents and

Spanish Protective Factors Survey 2 Concrete Supports

2023-12-01

Copy of the SPFS-2 concrete supports survey

Spanish Protective Factors Survey 2 Retrospective

2023-12-01

Copy of the SPFS-2 Survey retrospective version.

Spanish Protective Factors Survey 2 Traditional

2023-12-01

A copy of the SPFS-2 traditional tool

Parent and Practitioner Newsletter Fall 2022 / Padres y profesionales Otoño de 2022

2022-11-14

In this issue: Improving Outcomes for Children and Families Experiencing Domestic Violence New Jersey Men of Courage Community Action Initiative I’ve Come A Long Way

Wisconsin Evaluation Brief

2021-03-24

2020 Evaluation Brief on Evidence-based Parent Education program – Triple P – Positive Parenting Program funded by the CBCAP State Lead Agency.

North Carolina Evaluation Brief

2021-03-24

2021 Evaluation brief on Evidence-based Parent Training program – Incredible Years, funded through the CBCAP State Lead Agency.

New York Evaluation Brief

2021-03-24

2021 Evaluation brief on Family Resource Centers funded through the CBCAP State Lead Agency.

Iowa Evaluation Brief

2021-03-24

Evidence-based Home Visiting: Healthy Families America & Parents as Teachers

Alabama Evaluation Brief

2021-03-24

2020 Evaluation Brief on the respite services funded in Alabama by the CBCAP State Lead

PFSODS User Manual

2020-09-30

The user manual for use with the Protective Factors Survey Online Data System (PFSODS).

Retrospective PFS

2020-09-30

The retrospective version of the original Protective Factors Survey.

Introduction to the PFS-2

2020-08-04

This lesson explains FRIENDS development of the PFS-2, how it varies from the original PFS, and how to decide which version to use, PFS or

Exploring PFS-2 Content

2020-08-04

This lesson examines each subscale and its individual items as well as their response category formats. It explains the differences between the traditional, true pre

Administering the PFS-2

2020-08-04

This lesson explains general tips and options on administering the survey, preparing the paper and pencil surveys, presenting the surveys to parents and caregivers, and

Scoring the PFS-2

2020-08-04

This lesson explains how PFS-2 respondent ratings are converted to numbers, how to calculate individual subscale scores, and group subscale means. * Note: If you

Interpreting PFS-2 results

2020-08-04

This lesson discusses how to use PFS-2 results for continuous quality improvement purposes and interpretation of the PFS-2 data.

PFS-2 FAQ’s

2020-08-04

This lesson features the PFS-2 developers responding to frequently asked questions regarding the PFS-2. Handouts: FAQ’s for the Video

2018 CBCAP Data

2020-04-28

Click here to download the 2018 Infographic for the CBCAP state data.

Parent Leadership Development Checklist

2020-03-08

An assessment tool to help programs determine readiness/progress for Parent Leadership efforts.

FRIENDS Fact Sheet on Program Assessment Tool

2020-03-08

A fact sheet on the FRIENDS publication Understanding the Role of Program Assessment in Child Abuse Prevention: Tools for Peer Review and Beyond

Parent Leadership Self-Assessment Tool

2020-03-08

An assessment tool to measure readiness for parent leadership efforts within an organization.

Using Qualitative Data in Program Evaluation: Telling the Story of a Prevention Program

2020-03-08

Using Qualitative Data in Program Evaluation: Telling the Story of a Prevention Program is a guide that was developed as a resource for program administrators,

S-PFS User Manual (Spanish)

2020-03-08

The user manual for the S-PFS translated into Spanish. El manual de instrucciones del S-PFS se tradujo al español.

PFS Phase 4 Summary

2020-03-08

Understanding the Role of Program Assessment in Child Abuse Prevention: Tools for Peer Review and Beyond

2020-03-08

This resource was created by FRIENDS and is designed for Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention (CBCAP) programs conducting direct service with children, youth, and families. The

Spanish Adaptation of the PFS (S-PFS)

2020-03-08

The Spanish adaptation of the original Protective Factors Survey.

S-PFS User Manual in English

2020-03-08

The user manual for the S-PFS written in English.

PFS-2 Concrete Supports

2020-03-05

The stand-alone concrete supports survey items.

PFS-2 User Manual

2020-03-05

User manual describing the utilization and administration of the Protective Factors Survey version 2

PFS-2 Retrospective

2020-03-05

Retrospective version of the Protective Factors Survey version 2

Protective Factors Survey

2020-03-05

Original Protective Factors Survey

Protective Factors Survey Overview

2019-11-24

A comprehensive overview of the original Protective Factors Survey.

PFS Field Test Report

2019-11-24

The field testing report for the Protective Factors Survey.

PFS FAQ

2019-11-24

Protective Factors Survey, Frequently Asked Questions

Protective Factors Survey Checklist

2019-11-24

A checklist to assist in decisions when utilizing the original Protective Factors Survey.

PFS 2 Purpose And Use

2019-11-24

A brief outlining the purpose and use of the Protective Factors Survey, version 2.

PFS-2: Choosing Between The Retrospective and Traditional

2019-11-24

A brief describing the process to choose between utilizing a traditional pre-post administration versus a retrospective administration of the Protective Factors Survey, version 2.

Preparing And Administering The PFS 2

2019-11-24

A brief providing guidance on how to prepare to utilize the Protective Factors Survey, version 2 in the field and supports on proper administration.

PFS-2 Scoring Instructions

2019-11-23

Protective Factors Survey, 2nd Edition, Scoring Instructions

PFS-2 FAQs

2019-11-23

Frequently Asked Questions about the Protective Factors Survey, 2nd Edition

PFS-1 User Manual

2019-11-21

The PFS is a pre-post evaluation tool for use with caregivers receiving child maltreatment prevention services. It is a self-administered survey that measures protective factors

Selection and Use of Measurement Tools

2019-11-20

A brief on techniques to select and use various types of measurement tools.

December 2018: Overview of the Protective Factors Survey, 2nd Edition (PFS-2)

2018-12-12

This month’s webinar reviews the history of the PFS and the subsequent development of the Protective Factors Survey, 2nd Edition (PFS-2). Presenter: Mallory Rousseau Research

PFS-2 Traditional

2018-10-15

Traditional pre-post PFS-2 survey tool

Navigating Assessment Tools for Family Support and Strengthening Programs

2017-02-01

A webinar that explores the FRIENDS Program Assessment Tool among other models. Presenters: Samantha Florey National Family Support Network Cailin O’Connor Center for the Study

Parent and Practitioner Newsletter Summer 2016

2016-09-08

Inside This Issue: Looking under the Hood of Parent Education programs Why Evidence-based Fatherhood Programs are important for Dads PAC activities

Implementation Fidelity in Early Childhood Home Visiting: Successes Meeting Staffing Standards, Challenges Hitting Dosage and Duration Targets

2014-07-24

This brief summarizes the EBHV fidelity analysis findings and highlights the key policy and practice implications for policymakers and direct service providers.

Tag: Evaluation and Research

Protective Factors Online Data System User Manual

Wisconsin Evaluation Brief

North Carolina Evaluation Brief

Alabama Evaluation Brief

PFSODS User Manual

2018 CBCAP Data

Parent Leadership Development Checklist

FRIENDS Fact Sheet on Program Assessment Tool

Parent Leadership Self-Assessment Tool

Using Qualitative Data in Program Evaluation: Telling the Story of a Prevention Program

S-PFS User Manual (Spanish)

PFS Phase 4 Summary

Understanding the Role of Program Assessment in Child Abuse Prevention: Tools for Peer Review and Beyond

S-PFS User Manual in English

PFS-2 Concrete Supports

Protective Factors Survey Overview

PFS Field Test Report

PFS FAQ

Protective Factors Survey Checklist

PFS-1 User Manual

Selection and Use of Measurement Tools

Navigating Assessment Tools for Family Support and Strengthening Programs

Parent and Practitioner Newsletter Summer 2016

Implementation Fidelity in Early Childhood Home Visiting: Successes Meeting Staffing Standards, Challenges Hitting Dosage and Duration Targets

FRIENDS National Center for Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention