Interagency Outreach Training Initiative
Project Description:
The Interagency Outreach Training Initiative (IOTI) is a collaborative effort between the Utah State University Center for Persons with Disabilities (CPD) and the Utah Coordinating Council for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD). This partnership was established by the Utah State Legislature in 1995. In 1995 (HB 234) and 1996 (HB 107) the Utah State Legislature appropriated ongoing funds to Utah State University's Center for Persons with Disabilities to support an Interdisciplinary Outreach Training Initiative (IOTI). The IOTI's purpose is to support training that responds to needs identified through a statewide needs assessment conducted by the USU Center for Persons with Disabilities.
Training and professional development activities are funded through a competitive grant process. IOTI grants are expected to fit within the areas of needs identified through the needs assessment process, and address critical gaps in knowledge and skills for paraprofessionals who work directly with people with disabilities, direct care staff, individuals with a disability, family members of people with disabilities, and/or volunteers.
Keyword(s):
Training, Outreach, Disability
Core Function(s):
Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Child Care-Related Activities, Health-Related Activities, Employment-Related Activities, Housing-Related Activities, Transportation-Related Activities, Quality of Life, Other - Assistive Technology, Other - Cultural Diversity, Other
Target Audience:
Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Empowerment Zone, Reservation, Rural/Remote, Urban
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
