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Summary
Ethics in Early Intervention provides a comprehensive foundation in ethical decision-making by introducing you to major ethical theories, shared organizational principles, and cultural competence. Through real-world examples, you will learn to navigate competing priorities and diverse perspectives while maintaining a firm commitment to an ethical, family-centered practice.
EI Key Principles Addressed
- #1 Supporting Caregiver Capacity
- #2 Facilitating Active Participation
- #3 Collaborative Relationships
- #7 Ongoing Communication
- #8 Quality Services
Objectives
Upon completion of this training, learners will be able to:
- Understand the major ethical theories and shared ethical principles central to professional practice in early intervention.
- Reflect on your own approach to ethical decision making and understand the role cultural competence plays in your ethical interactions with families and colleagues.
- Apply ethical decision making to real-world scenarios involving competing priorities and diverse perspectives.
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
- 1.0 Hours in the Area of Intervention
- 1.0 Hours in the Area of Working with Families
Authors
Early Intervention Training Program (EITP)
EITP is funded by the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) 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
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is a world-class public land-grant research university founded in 1867 in the heart of Illinois. Charged by the state to enhance lives globally through leadership in learning, discovery, engagement, and economic development, UIUC hosts over 60,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Renowned as a global research powerhouse, the institution's faculty and alumni have earned 28 Pulitzer Prizes, 24 Nobel Prizes, and pioneered game-changing innovations, including the world's first graphical web browser. More information about UIUC can be found at https://illinois.edu/
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