Project I-3 Prep (NEAG Sub)
Project Description:
Subcontract with NEAG
I-3 PREP is a masters training program offered by the University of Connecticut through funding provided by the U.S. Department of Educations Office of Special Education.
The goal is to increase the number of masters trained special educators and school psychologists with the capacity to provide high-quality integrated services for school-age students with developmental disabilities, such as autism, who have high-intensity behavioral needs.
High-intensity behavioral needs are defined as chronic, frequent, and intense challenging behavior. Such behavior can be demonstrated by students with developmental disabilities who have a formal Behavior Intervention Plan included within their Individualized Education Program.
Key features of the I-3 PREP training include:
Interdisciplinary Collaboration Engaging an interprofessional lens in coordinating culturally responsive and inclusive services across school, family, and community settings, in a culturally responsive and inclusive manner.
Intensive Services Using evidence to inform assessment and intervention practices for students exhibiting the most challenging behavior.
Integrated Approach Ensuring a whole-child approach that attends to academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and physical needs in supporting inclusion in least restrictive environments.
I-3 PREP scholars will complete their own disciplinary requirements for the masters degree (special education or school psychology) while participating in the interdisciplinary program involving joint coursework, assignments, and practicum.
Keyword(s):
Masters, Training, special education, psychologists, integrated services
Core Function(s):
Training Trainees, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Education & Early Intervention
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
None
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
