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Summary
Understanding Inclusion provides an exploration of 6 key topics related to inclusion in early childhood including defining inclusion and understanding the benefits for its advocation.
This training was developed in collaboration with Early CHOICES.
EI Key Principles Addressed
- #1 Supporting Caregiver Capacity
- #3 Collaborative Relationships
- #7 Ongoing Communication
- #8 Quality Services
Objectives
Upon completion of this training, learners will be able to:
- Understand the concept of inclusion as it relates to early childhood.
- Understand the benefits of advocating for inclusion for the children and families within the Illinois Early Intervention system and beyond.
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 Intervention
- 1.0 Hours in the Area of Working with Families
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
Early CHOICES
Early CHOICES is an Inclusion Initiative of the Illinois State Board of Education. We promote increasing high quality inclusive early care and education for each and every child birth to age 5. Our goal is to increase the number of children with disabilities receiving specialized services in regular early care and education settings.
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