Full course description
Summary
Overview of Eligibility in the Illinois EI System provides an overview of eligibility requirements in Illinois' Early Intervention System and offers clarification to common misconceptions about eligibility. Strategies for determining eligibility are also presented.
EI Key Principles Addressed
- #2 Facilitating Active Participation
- #3 Collaborative Relationships
- #7 Ongoing Communication
- #8 Quality Services
Objectives
Upon completion of this training, learners will be able to:
- Define eligibility in the Illinois EI System.
- Understand how physical and mental diagnosis can impact eligibility in the Illinois EI system.
- Understand the meaning and eligibility implications of a child being "At Risk based on Informed Clinical Opinion".
Credit Hours
This event is approved for Early Intervention Contact Hours and State Licensure hours for Dietitian/Nutritionist (D/N), Counselor (LCPC), Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Social Work (SW), and Speech-Language Pathology (SLP).
EI Credits
- 1.0 Hours in the Area of Assessment
Authors
Early Intervention Training Program
EITP is funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Bureau of Early Intervention to provide professional development to early interventionists serving children and families in the Illinois Early Intervention System. The mission of EITP is to develop a comprehensive system of personnel development that is regionalized, responsive, reflective of best practices in the field of early intervention. EITP serves to enhance the quality of services provided to infants, toddlers and their families through an effective and robust network of well-trained, well-supported early interventionists. More information about EITP can be found at https://eitp.education.illinois.edu
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