Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is there just one STEP program?
2. Do you need to be trained to lead the STEP program?
3. How current are the STEP materials?
4. What research is available on the benefits of the STEP programs?
5. STEP Biblically
1. Is there just one STEP program?
There are four STEP programs for parents working to improve relationships in their families:
- Early Childhood STEP helps the parents of children from birth to six years
- STEP deals with issues of children from six to twelve years old
- STEP/Teen is for the parents of teenagers
- STEP Spanish presents the STEP 6-12 ages curriculum in Spanish, including unique (not dubbed) videos.
2. Do you need to be trained to lead the STEP program?
No training is required to lead a STEP group if you are a member of the helping professions (i.e. counselors, social workers). The Leader's Resource Guide has extensive instructions for each STEP session.
However, to maximize your leadership role with STEP, workshops are available. These one day events offer NBCC and CFLE credits and provide examples and practice with leading STEP programs. To view the current list of STEP workshop sites, or to get additional information, visit the STEP Workshop page.
3. How current are the STEP materials?
The STEP programs were revised in 1997 and 1998. Both the STEP and STEP/Teen programs have completely new books and videos, as well as a brand new Leader's Resource Guide. The Early Childhood STEP program has a new Leader's Resource Guide and a new handbook.
4. What research is available on the benefits of the STEP programs?
More than 60 studies have been done on the programs. They are available here on this website.
5. STEP Biblically
STEP Biblically corresponds to STEP (ages 6-12) chapter-by-chapter, offering support materials for those who value Biblical principles in their family lives. Current pricing and online ordering can be found at: http://abibleconcept.com/Prod_STEP_Bib.asp.
You may also contact the publisher directly for additional product information:
ABC Publishing
8019 4th Avenue
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Phone/Fax: (651) 786-9493 Email:info@abibleconcept.com