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Project

Preparing Educators and Social Workers for Family Centered EI Practices

Center:

WA-University of Washington Institute on Human Development and Disability, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2021

Contact Information:

Angel Fettig
[email protected]
206-685-1287

Project Description:

This project aims to prepare graduate level Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) and Social Work (SW) students to collaboratively engage in culturally responsive family centered practices in early intervention (EI) systems. Funded by Office of Special Education Programs, three (3) ECSE and 3 SW per year for four years (total of 24 EI scholars) will engage in rigorous learning experiences to prepare for working in EI settings through the four key components including course work/ content knowledge, practicum/ field experiences, family as mentors home visits & playgroups, and practicum seminar.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National

Funding Source: