Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service

UConn UCEDD

2 days ago

We’re Back!

The University of Connecticut Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UConn UCEDD) is thrilled to announce the return of the Interdisciplinary Training for Early Intervention Professionals Specialist Program (EISP) in 2026.

This personnel preparation program is designed to expand the number of highly qualified professionals across disciplines who serve young children and families in the Connecticut Birth to Three (IDEA Part C) system.

Program Highlights
- Year-long interdisciplinary training featuring 45 online sessions across three sequential graduate-level courses:
1.) Family-Centered Practice
2.) Evaluation and Assessment
3.) Intervention Strategies

- Monthly, in-person Community of Practice sessions at the UConn UCEDD.
- Completion of 19 practicum-based competencies focused on evidence-based early-intervention practices.
- No fee to apply or participate!
- Participants seeking UConn Neag School of Education graduate credit may do so for tuition costs.
- Completion of the EISP program supports providers in progressing toward OEC certification.

Eligibility
- Professionals with a bachelor’s degree or higher currently working in Connecticut’s Birth to Three system, particularly those serving high-need communities.
- Associates-level professionals interested in other training opportunities may email Jill Isenberg at jisenberg@uchc.edu for more information.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply Today: uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0CAhB66PkyiKj9s

We look forward to welcoming the next cohort of dedicated professionals committed to advancing high-quality early-intervention services for Connecticut’s youngest children and their families.

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