Virginia Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Project Description:
Va-LEND is an advanced level interdisciplinary leadership program in the field of childhood neurodevelopmental disabilities whose purpose is to prepare health professionals and related disciplines to assume leadership roles in the health care system with a focus on eliminating health disparities, assuring highest quality health care, and facilitating coordination and access through the medical home. The program provides a 9-24 month curriculum of didactic and distance education coursework, interactive seminars, clinical and community-based practica, a family mentorship experience, and planned grassroots and systems level policy activities. The curriculum emphasizes all aspects of neurodevelopmental and related disabilities, the social and family environments, the interdisciplinary approach, leadership and research. Va-LEND faculty and trainees provide consultation, technical assistance, and continuing education to enhance services and supports for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families.
Keyword(s):
Developmental Disabilities, MCH Training, Leadership
Core Function(s):
Training Trainees, Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Health-Related Activities, Other - Leadership
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban, Specific Groups, Other
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
