Project Description:
California Early Start Support Network (CESN)
CESN is a collaborative project of our CEDD, the USC UCEDD, the CDE, CA DDS, Local Educational Agencies, Regional Centers, and community groups. We are ensuring sustainability of the program by sharing leadership with the California State University, Sacramento early childhood special education program and CDE Desired Result Access Program. Video conferencing facilitates training and support for practitioners providing early intervention. Part C programs from 26 counties in CA have participated, along with Regional Centers, Local Education Agencies and Family Resource Centers.
We have successfully transitioned our preschool early intervention supports to our LEND and DBP programs. CEDD faculty and staff continue to provide technical assistance to participating trainees. Additionally, CEDD faculty provide consultation and training in EBP to Part C providers.
California Early Start Support Network (CES). CES is a collaborative project of CEDD, the USC UCEDD, the CA Department of Education, the CA Department of Developmental Services, Local Educational Agencies, Regional Centers, and community groups. Video conferencing is used to provide training and support for practitioners providing early intervention services. Part C programs from 22 counties across the state have participated, along with regional center partners.
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Legislators/Policy Makers
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances
