2d-1 CA Autism Professional Training & Information Network (CAPTAIN) and Other State Agencies
Project Description:
CAPTAIN consists of over 400 cadre members nominated by their agencies to be Trainer of Trainers throughout the state. The agencies who have nominated trainers include DDS, Regional Centers, SELPAs, Family Resource Centers and Family Empowerment Centers as well as two of the State UCEDDs (USC and UC Davis). CEDD staff Patty Schetter coordinates the project and facilitates an active leadership team from the CDE, the State SELPA and DDS. They develop strategic plans for implementation of EBP and policy and initiatives related to serving individuals with ASD. CAPTAIN was recognized and funded as the SELPA Content Lead for EBP implementation and training in CA. This 4-year project expands the role of CAPTAIN trainers in supporting struggling schools. CAPTAIN is taking a leadership role in a newly formed National Autism Network of State Implementors, a group of similar networks across 6 states working to increase EBP implementation. CAPTAIN leveraged research funding from the Institute for Education Sciences and preliminary results indicate strong EBP use when teachers are trained by a CAPTAIN trainer.
Core Function(s):
Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Health-Related Activities, Quality of Life, Other - Leadership
Target Audience:
Professionals and Para-Professionals, Legislators/Policy Makers
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
