All Scheduled Trainings

Paving the Road to Recovery and Reunification: Courts, Child Welfare, and Treatment Partners Topics will include:: The Research on Motivation and Human Behavior Change Drugs of Abuse, Signs of Use, and the Biology of Addiction Dealing with Stages of Change Model – Rapport Building Relapse Dynamics and Prevention for Addicted Adolescents Parent and Youth Panel Presentations Sponsored by: Governor's Task Force on Children's Justice State Court Administrative Office, Family Ser... More

This training is a prerequisite for taking the IDA. However, it is open to anyone who would like to take it.Become familiar with the new requirements for anyone taking the IDA training. This document can be obtained by clicking here to view the new requirements of participants taking the IDA training. PDF(142k)A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). A link to download and print this letter of support will be provided with your registr... More

This training targets those persons who have been working with premature and sick infants and who want a more appropriate evaluation tool to use along with meaningful intervention strategies. This is a full 6 hour training which looks at the problems premature or sick infants may have as well as an assessment that address their communication system, understanding of it, and how to interpret it to parents.

This (T & TA) is for the Jackson ISD only.This is a training and TA seminar. This seminar addresses how to get to outcomes, how to write meaningful outcomes, and how to determine service needs. The second part of the day addresses how to implement these techniques into each service area.Training is 6 hours and copies of blank IFSP's should be brought. Also bring an IFSP that has been completed with outcomes and services.

This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Contact the CSHCS Family Phone Line at 1-800-359-3722 Click... More

This training is for the Charlevoix-Emmet ISD only.This is a training and TA seminar. This seminar addresses the development and use of contact logs. How to determine progress made in outcomes for each child and family. Early Intervention Benefit will be addressed. Seminar is 6 hours and copies of contact logs used in area should be brought.

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

This training is for the Traverse Bay Area ISD only.This is a training and TA seminar. This seminar addresses the development and use of contact logs. How to determine progress made in outcomes for each child and family. Early Intervention Benefit will be addressed. Seminar is 6 hours and copies of contact logs used in area should be brought.

Presenter: Kathie Snow Kathy Snow's site • Professionals and families can work together for all children • Community collaboration and natural supports • Disability is natural and other revolutionary common sense (everyone is the same and different) For more information contact: Kendra Dahlin at (616) 336-3765Click here to download the flyer. PDF(41k)

A Training Series for Professionals who Work with Infants and Toddlers This Conference is Sponsored by: Wayne State University's Merrill-Palmer Skillman Institute Michigan Department of Community Health Current research in speech-language pathology points to the importance of prelinguistic and early language skills in creating the foundation for later speech and language development. This seminar will introduce techniques for optimizing communication during this crucial phase, with a s... More

Persons who serve as “support parents” learn about health care and public health insurance resources and information: Types of public health care coverage available: Mi Child, Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services How private health care coverage works with public health insurance: Medicare Part D, CSHCS, Insurance Premium Reimbursement Transition Resources-Plans and checklists to assist health care decision making processes. Representatives from Michigan Protection & A... More

Target Population: Cohort 1 service areas are encouraged to send at least one representative to this follow-up. The purpose of this Child Outcomes Training Follow-up is to discuss successes and challenges in implementing the new child outcomes documentation requirement. Cohort 1 includes only these ISDs: Allegan, Berrien, Clare-Gladwin, Dickinson-Iron, Kent, Lapeer, Lewis Cass, Livingston, Manistee, Mason-Lake, Menominee, Muskegon Area, Oakland, Oceana, Saginaw, Shiawassee, St. Joseph Cou... More

Come join us this spring for an educational, enlightening, and enjoyable conference. There will be presentations on: Autism Speech & Communication Support Failure to Thrive Working with Migrant Families Low-Tech Assistive Devices Debbie Lively, Professor at Saginaw Valley State University, will present her keynote, “Meeting the Needs of Families through Teamwork.” Gain new insights, fresh ideas, and a renewed team spirit for your work with families and colleagu... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and possibly the Special Education Director Maximum attendance from each service area is 8 people. Many other service areas in Cohort 2 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the materials will be available on th... More

System Update Agenda Spring 2007 Welcome and Introductions - Christine Callahan, Director, Early On^® Training & TA - Sr. Barbara Cline, Training Coordinator, Early On^® Training & TA Presentation- » Updates to the MEGS Self Assessment » Guidance on completing the MEGS Process - Dawn Ritter, Early On Coordinator, DHS Family Support Services- - Jessica Wolf, Part C Consultant, MDE Office of Early Childhood Education... More

This training is for the Eastern Upper Peninsula ISD only.This is a training and TA seminar. This seminar addresses the development and use of contact logs. How to determine progress made in outcomes for each child and family. Early Intervention Benefit will be addressed. Seminar is 6 hours and copies of contact logs used in area should be brought.

System Update Agenda Spring 2007 Welcome and Introductions - Christine Callahan, Director, Early On^® Training & TA Presentation- » Updates to the MEGS Self Assessment » Guidance on completing the MEGS Process - Dawn Ritter, Early On Coordinator, DHS Family Support Services- - Jessica Wolf, Part C Consultant, MDE Office of Early Childhood Education & Family Services-

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This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Contact the CSHCS Family Phone Line at 1-800-359-3722 Click... More

This training provides families with detailed information on how to effectively utilize or get healthcare coverage in order to access mental health services for their child: How and where to access mental health services What is Community Mental Health and how can they help What are the eligibility criteria for publicly funded programs What is the array of services available through specific programs What to do if you are uninsured Understanding your private or public mental... More

System Update Agenda Spring 2007 Welcome and Introductions - Christine Callahan, Director, Early On^® Training & TA Presentation- » Updates to the MEGS Self Assessment » Guidance on completing the MEGS Process - Dawn Ritter, Early On Coordinator, DHS Family Support Services- - Jessica Wolf, Part C Consultant, MDE Office of Early Childhood Education & Family Services-

This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from child to adult community services, including: School-based transit... More

This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Contact the CSHCS Family Phone Line at 1-800-359-3722 Click... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and possibly the Special Education Director Maximum attendance from each service area is 8 people. Many other service areas in Cohort 2 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the materials will be available on th... More

This is Day 3 for individuals who participated in the February 14th and 15th 2006 IDA Training.

System Update Agenda Spring 2007 Welcome and Introductions - Christine Callahan, Director, Early On^® Training & TA - Sr. Barbara Cline, Training Coordinator, Early On^® Training & TA Presentation- »   Updates to the MEGS Self Assessment »   Guidance on completing the MEGS Process - Dawn Ritter, Early On Coordinator, DHS Family Support Services- - Jessica Wolf, Part C Consultant, MDE Office of Early Childhood Education... More

This training provides families with detailed information on how to effectively utilize or get healthcare coverage in order to access mental health services for their child: How and where to access mental health services What is Community Mental Health and how can they help What are the eligibility criteria for publicly funded programs What is the array of services available through specific programs What to do if you are uninsured Understanding your private or public mental... More

This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from child to adult community services, including: School-based transit... More

This training targets those persons who have been working with premature and sick infants and who want a more appropriate evaluation tool to use along with meaningful intervention strategies. This is a full 6 hour training which looks at the problems premature or sick infants may have as well as an assessment that address their communication system, understanding of it, and how to interpret it to parents.

Informational Workshop for Professionals Working with Young Children (Ages 0-6) Who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing This Conference is Sponsored by: University of Michigan Department of Otolaryngology Michigan Department of Community Health This short course will address the use of the Auditory-Verbal Approach in early childhood (birth to age 6). Typical auditory development and a learning guide for fostering auditory development with children who have hearing loss will be addressed. Learn ... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and possibly the Special Education Director Maximum attendance from each service area is 8 people. Many other service areas in Cohort 2 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the materials will be available on th... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and possibly the Special Education Director Maximum attendance from each service area is 8 people. Many other service areas in Cohort 2 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the materials will be available on th... More

System Update Agenda Spring 2007 Welcome and Introductions - Christine Callahan, Director, Early On^® Training & TA - Sr. Barbara Cline, Training Coordinator, Early On^® Training & TA Presentation- » Updates to the MEGS Self Assessment » Guidance on completing the MEGS Process - Dawn Ritter, Early On Coordinator, DHS Family Support Services- - Jessica Wolf, Part C Consultant, MDE Office of Early Childhood Education... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and possibly the Special Education Director Maximum attendance from each service area is 8 people. Many other service areas in Cohort 2 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the materials will be available on th... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and possibly the Special Education Director Many other service areas in Cohort 2 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the materials will be available on the web to utilize as resources after the training. The ... More

Become familiar with the new requirements for anyone taking the IDA training. This document can be obtained by clicking here to view the new requirements of participants taking the IDA training. PDF(142k) To enroll in this Prerequisite Workshop, follow this link to the Family-Centered Skills for Evaluating Children Training and click on the register key on bottom of page. The Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment (IDA) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant and todd... More

The procedural safeguards (family rights) required by Part C of IDEA are intended to protect the interests of families who have infants and toddlers with special needs and the interests of the Early On system. Procedural safeguards are the checks and balances of the system, not a piece separate from the system. Early On system personnel are legally obligated to explain procedural safeguards to families and to support an active adherence to, and understanding of, these safeguards. This traini... More

System Update Agenda Spring 2007 Welcome and Introductions - Christine Callahan, Director, Early On^® Training & TA - Sr. Barbara Cline, Training Coordinator, Early On^® Training & TA Presentation- » Updates to the MEGS Self Assessment » Guidance on completing the MEGS Process - Dawn Ritter, Early On Coordinator, DHS Family Support Services- - Jessica Wolf, Part C Consultant, MDE Office of Early Childhood Education... More

This Training & TA session will provide the federal and state requirements for meeting the 45-day timeline (State Performance Plan Indicator #7). Emphasis will be on the implementation of this requirement in the particular service area. Discussion will center on strategies and changes necessary for achieving compliance. Each participant is required to bring a child's file. During the session, participants will examine the file to learn how documentation on the IFSP may or may not illustrate comp... More

Annual Michigan Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Conference: This Conference is Sponsored by:Michigan Healthy Mothers Michigan Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies (HMHB) is a statewide coalition, developed in 1984, for organizations and individuals to address the high infant mortality rate and maternal/child health issues in our state. The Coalition is organized into four regions (U.P., northern, eastern, and western) and also meets on a statewide basis to develop strategies and formulate pl... More

A Training Series for Professionals who Work with Infants and Toddlers This Conference is Sponsored by: Wayne State University's Merrill-Palmer Skillman Institute Michigan Department of Community Health Recently, research has suggested that parents may benefit more from shorter services and that attachment, particularly disorganized attachment is resistant to change and may not be changed by infant mental health services. At the same time, however clinicians feel strongly that they can... More

Become familiar with the new requirements for anyone taking the IDA training. This document can be obtained by clicking here to view the new requirements of participants taking the IDA training. PDF(142k) To enroll in this Prerequisite Workshop, follow this link to the Family-Centered Skills for Evaluating Children Training and click on the register key on bottom of page. The Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment (IDA) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant and todd... More

Persons who serve as “support parents” learn about health care and public health insurance resources and information: Types of public health care coverage available: Mi Child, Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services How private health care coverage works with public health insurance: Medicare Part D, CSHCS, Insurance Premium Reimbursement Transition Resources-Plans and checklists to assist health care decision making processes. Representatives from Michigan Protection & A... More

A Training Series for Professionals who Work with Infants and Toddlers This Conference is Sponsored by: Wayne State University's Merrill-Palmer Skillman Institute Michigan Department of Community Health This training will focus on how and when adult behavior, attitudes, and knowledge about food and nutrition is transmitted to their children. What is needed to promote life long healthy patterns of eating and life long healthy relationships with food will also be presented. To regis... More

This training targets those persons who have been working with premature and sick infants and who want a more appropriate evaluation tool to use along with meaningful intervention strategies. This is a full 6 hour training which looks at the problems premature or sick infants may have as well as an assessment that address their communication system, understanding of it, and how to interpret it to parents.

This Training is provided free of charge for all new people in the Early On^® system.

The Michigan Department of Education and Early On Training and Technical Assistance will be convening Early On Coordinators, their supervisors and Special Education Directors to discuss what will take place during focused monitoring visits and compliance visits. Discussions will also take place around follow-up and technical assistance for service areas that are in the determination categories of Needs Assistance and Needs Intervention. Items on the agenda will include: The Early On Mich... More

The Michigan Department of Education and Early On Training and Technical Assistance will be convening Early On Coordinators, their supervisors and Special Education Directors to discuss what will take place during focused monitoring visits and compliance visits. Discussions will also take place around follow-up and technical assistance for service areas that are in the determination categories of Needs Assistance and Needs Intervention. Items on the agenda will include: The Early On Mich... More

The Michigan Department of Education and Early On Training and Technical Assistance will be convening Early On Coordinators, their supervisors and Special Education Directors to discuss what will take place during focused monitoring visits and compliance visits. Discussions will also take place around follow-up and technical assistance for service areas that are in the determination categories of Needs Assistance and Needs Intervention. Items on the agenda will include: The Early On Mich... More

The Registration Deadline for this session is August 6, 2007 Join us for 5-10 hours of Early On Procedural Safeguards training. Learn what families and service providers need to know about Part C of IDEIA. Learn about records and confidentiality, notice, native language, consent to services, hearings and mediation, complaint procedures, and disposal of records. Participant discussion and trainer feedback is an important part of this training, plus there will be homework related to this trai... More

NO registration required Questions?? Additional Information?? Need help with child care?? Sign Language Interpreter available with advanced arrangements Call Jessie Morton at 1-800-292-7851 ext. 467 To see conference information please download the BrochureIDEA 2004 and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Process PDF (119k)

This training is for Cohort 1 Early On Coordinators and will cover the SPSR process. There will be no computer component to this training; that will come later in the fall.

This training will be a video conference connection to the training taking place at the Early On Training & TA facility in DeWitt.This training is for Cohort 1 Early On Coordinators and will cover the SPSR process. There will be no computer component to this training; that will come later in the fall.

NO registration required Questions?? Additional Information?? Need help with child care?? Sign Language Interpreter available with advanced arrangements Call Jessie Morton at 1-800-292-7851 ext. 467 To see conference information please download the BrochureIDEA 2004 and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Process PDF (119k)

This is Day 3 for individuals who participated in the June 13th and 14th IDA Training.

This training is for Cohort 1 Early On Coordinators and will cover the SPSR process. There will be no computer component to this training; that will come later in the fall.

Become familiar with the new requirements for anyone taking the IDA training. This document can be obtained by clicking here to view the new requirements of participants taking the IDA training. PDF(142k) To enroll in this Prerequisite Workshop, follow this link to the Family-Centered Skills for Evaluating Children Training and click on the register key on bottom of page. The Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment (IDA) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant and todd... More

Districts that have selected the Battelle Developmental Inventory Screener as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a half-day intensive training session on the screener and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. (Reminder: The Screener is only to be used with children who receive ancillary services and have no p... More

Districts that have selected the Battelle Developmental Inventory Screener as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a half-day intensive training session on the screener and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. (Reminder: The Screener is only to be used with children who receive ancillary services and have no p... More

Districts that have selected the Battelle Developmental Inventory Screener as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a half-day intensive training session on the screener and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. (Reminder: The Screener is only to be used with children who receive ancillary services and have no p... More

Districts that have selected the Battelle Developmental Inventory Screener as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a half-day intensive training session on the screener and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. (Reminder: The Screener is only to be used with children who receive ancillary services and have no p... More

Districts that have selected the Brigance as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a half-day intensive training session on the tool and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. Participants should bring their Inventory (binder) to the training session.Click here to download the registration form.

Districts that have selected the Brigance as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a half-day intensive training session on the tool and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. Participants should bring their Inventory (binder) to the training session.Click here to download the registration form.

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The procedural safeguards (family rights) required by Part C of IDEA are intended to protect the interests of families who have infants and toddlers with special needs and the interests of the Early On system. Procedural safeguards are the checks and balances of the system, not a piece separate from the system. Early On system personnel are legally obligated to explain procedural safeguards to families and to support an active adherence to, and understanding of, these safeguards. This traini... More

The Registration Deadline for this session is September 10, 2007 Join us for 5-10 hours of Early On Procedural Safeguards training. Learn what families and service providers need to know about Part C of IDEIA. Learn about records and confidentiality, notice, native language, consent to services, hearings and mediation, complaint procedures, and disposal of records. Participant discussion and trainer feedback is an important part of this training, plus there will be homework related to this ... More

Districts that have selected the Carolina Curriculum and Assessment as the tool for measuring preschool outcomes for Indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan, as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004, are eligible to attend. This will be a full-day intensive training session on the screener and is designed for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level.Click here to download the registration form.

You Are Invited to Attend the First Annual Child Find Meeting Hosted by CCRESA Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Special Guest Speakers Include: - Sharon L. LaPointe,     LaPointe & Butler, P.C. - Jessica Wolf,     MDE Office of Early Childhood and Family Services Please click here to View the Agenda PDF (125k)

Infants, Families And Polysubstance Abuse This Conference is Sponsored by:The Upper Peninsula Association For Infant Mental Health & Early On TARGET AUDIENCE: professionals who work with drug exposed infants and their families, including: nurses, social workers, preschool educators, Early On and Early Head Start home visitors, medical providers TRAINING OBJECTIVES: Participants will gain knowledge regarding: 1) the variety of substances that may be abused during pregnancy; 2) the effect... More

You Are Invited to Attend the First Annual Child Find Meeting Hosted by CCRESA Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Special Guest Speakers Include: - Sharon L. LaPointe, LaPointe & Butler, P.C. - Jessica Wolf, MDE Office of Early Childhood and Family Services Please click here to View the Agenda PDF (125k) To assist in joining the webinar, please bookmark this page or save it as a favorite now. Then, on the day of the c... More

This training targets those persons who have been working with premature and sick infants and who want a more appropriate evaluation tool to use along with meaningful intervention strategies. This is a full 6 hour training which looks at the problems premature or sick infants may have as well as an assessment that address their communication system, understanding of it, and how to interpret it to parents.

The Early On Institute is designed for those new to Early On (it is not intended for veterans in the field). The first day includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; the IFSP process: timelines, eligibility, referral, evaluation, outcomes, early intervention services, and service coordination.Day 2 will focus on procedural safeguards, how they impact the Early On process, and the "Dance of Partnership". Persons registering for the Institute must register for ... More

2007 Infant Toddler Conference: This Conference is Sponsored by:Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children (MiAEYC) The Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children is committed to improving the education and welfare of children from birth through age eight. MiAEYC works for young children, their families and early childhood professionals. MiAEYC supports the professional development of its members through quality training, materials and services. More than 3,80... More

Districts who have selected the AEPS as the primary tool for measuring preschool outcomes for indicator 7 of the State Performance Plan as required by the Reauthorization of IDEA 2004 are eligible to attend. This will be a two day intensive training on the AEPS for individuals who will collect and report this data at the child level. Participation for two consecutive days is required. Click here to download the registration form.

I Can Play: Play as a “Fun-damental” Experience for Every Child This Conference is Sponsored by:Center for Creative Play^® TARGET AUDIENCE: Play is a life long activity and the foundation for all formal education. Play environments should support and encourage the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social development of every child. When planning play opportunities it is important to take into consider a wide range of abilities and to consider “hidden” disabilities such as a... More

The procedural safeguards (family rights) required by Part C of IDEA are intended to protect the interests of families who have infants and toddlers with special needs and the interests of the Early On system. Procedural safeguards are the checks and balances of the system, not a piece separate from the system. Early On system personnel are legally obligated to explain procedural safeguards to families and to support an active adherence to, and understanding of, these safeguards. This traini... More

Abilities Center Workshops Series These workshops series are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan. Please call (248) 926-0909 or email therapy@abilitiescenter.com for more information. To register please print the registration form on the left and fax to (248) 624-3332. REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. For information on costs, registration and agenda see Abilities Center website Abilities Center website: or call 248.926.0909

I Can Play: Play as a “Fun-damental” Experience for Every Child This Conference is Sponsored by:Center for Creative Play^® TARGET AUDIENCE: Play is a life long activity and the foundation for all formal education. Play environments should support and encourage the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social development of every child. When planning play opportunities it is important to take into consider a wide range of abilities and to consider “hidden” disabilities such as a... More

Agenda for Fall 2007 System Updates: Lunch will be served at 12:O0pm, the meeting will begin promptly at 12:30pm Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance, 2001-2007 A New Model for an Age of Increased Accountability and Decreased Funding Updated Website www.eotta.ccresa.org The Early On Center for Higher Education. Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Dissemination of Genetics Resource Kits

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Agenda for Fall 2007 System Updates: Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance, 2001-2007 A New Model for an Age of Increased Accountability and Decreased Funding Updated Website www.eotta.ccresa.org The Early On Center for Higher Education. Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Dissemination of Genetics Resource Kits

Agenda for Fall 2007 System Updates: Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance, 2001-2007 A New Model for an Age of Increased Accountability and Decreased Funding Updated Website www.eotta.ccresa.org The Early On Center for Higher Education. Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Dissemination of Genetics Resource Kits

These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

Michigan's Premier Public Health Conference: This Conference is Sponsored by:Michigan Association for Local Public Health (MALPH) Unique in the nation, the Michigan Association for Local Public Health was founded in 1985 as a private, non-profit, 501-C3 state association. The Association is organized to represent Michigan's 45 city, county, and district health departments before the state and federal legislative and executive branches of government. For more information please see the... More

Agenda for Fall 2007 System Updates: Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance, 2001-2007 A New Model for an Age of Increased Accountability and Decreased Funding Updated Website www.eotta.ccresa.org The Early On Center for Higher Education. Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Dissemination of Genetics Resource Kits

Parenting Awareness Michigan Conferences and Kickoffs: This Conference is Sponsored by:Parenting Awareness Michigan (PAM) The Parenting Awareness Michigan Conferences and Kickoffs are intended to bring together local PAM organizers and planners, professionals who work with parents and families, PAM and other parent/family coalition members, members of parent networks and other parent groups, parent volunteers, and anyone interested in learning more about Parenting Awareness Michigan, Pa... More

This is a live 2-hour interactive program broadcast via satellite to sites nationwide. For more information or to register visit events.preknow.org or call Amy Hesse at (989)275-6709.

This training targets those persons who have been working with premature and sick infants and who want a more appropriate evaluation tool to use along with meaningful intervention strategies. This is a full 6 hour training which looks at the problems premature or sick infants may have as well as an assessment that address their communication system, understanding of it, and how to interpret it to parents.

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Is Your Teen Ready for Adult Life? -- This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from ch... More

These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

18th Annual Early Childhood Conference : This Conference is Sponsored by:Child Care Resources Great Start for KidsKalamazoo Valley Community College Anyone who works with and/or loves young children. Parents, child care providers and teachers in home and centers, other early childhood educators and advocates are invited to participate in this fun, educational and motivating conference that will benefit our most precious resource – our children. For more information please see the we... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health Resource Support Parent Training -- The session provides resources and information on health care and public health insurance to persons who serve as “Support Parents” to fellow parents of children with special needs. Following the training, Support Parents will be able to provide families information and resources related to: Types of Public Health Care Coverage: MI Child Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services Transition Resou... More

Spectrum Training Systems, Inc. Presents: Asperger Syndrome: Beyond the BasicsWith Teresa Bolick, Ph.D.Children and adolescents with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can intrigue and confound us- often simultaneously. Designed for participants with a basic knowledge of AS, this workshop will present a framework that allows us to build upon strengths in order to minimize challenges in the real world. Participants will learn accommodations, modifications, and direct teaching strategies that optimize avai... More

Featuring some of the world's foremost autism experts speaking on topics covering the full range of everything that you must know about Autism Spectrum Disorders Through the Lifespan. This theme reflects the reality that autism spectrum disorders present an evolving set of personal, familial, societal, and therapeutic issues as affected individuals pass from infancy, childhood through adolescence, adulthood, and finally old age. Adopting a life-span perspective is a fundamental requirement fo... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health Resource Support Parent Training -- The session provides resources and information on health care and public health insurance to persons who serve as “Support Parents” to fellow parents of children with special needs. Following the training, Support Parents will be able to provide families information and resources related to: Types of Public Health Care Coverage: MI Child Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services Transition Resou... More

This one-day workshop uses lecture and videotape case examples to help participants learn techniques and methods for teaching social skills and improving behavior for children with high-functioning autism. The P.L.A.Y. (Play and Language for Autistic Youngsters) Project was designed to provide play-based, individualized interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorders in their home. This workshop focuses on the DIR Model (Developmental-Individualized-Relationship-based) also known... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health & Education -- This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Conta... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Parenting Awareness Michigan Conferences and Kickoffs: This Conference is Sponsored by:Parenting Awareness Michigan (PAM) The Parenting Awareness Michigan Conferences and Kickoffs are intended to bring together local PAM organizers and planners, professionals who work with parents and families, PAM and other parent/family coalition members, members of parent networks and other parent groups, parent volunteers, and anyone interested in learning more about Parenting Awareness Michigan, Pa... More

Guest Speaker: Judy Coucouvanis, CNC/NP These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

This Seminar addresses the whole IFSP process from referral to writing the IFSP with outcomes and services in natural environments. The federal and state requirements will be discussed, along with strategies for implementing requirements in service areas. Participants will develop meaningful outcomes based on family routines and concerns. Services will be identified that will assist the child in meeting the outcomes. The state prototype IFSP/IEP form will be used to document the entire process. ... More

This Seminar addresses the whole IFSP process from referral to writing the IFSP with outcomes and services in natural environments. The federal and state requirements will be discussed, along with strategies for implementing requirements in service areas. Participants will develop meaningful outcomes based on family routines and concerns. Services will be identified that will assist the child in meeting the outcomes. The state prototype IFSP/IEP form will be used to document the entire process. ... More

This second day of the symposium addresses a number of topics: ensuring that all services, as stated on the IFSP, are delivered; that at the 6-month review discusses child progress and that the progress is documented; and that the requirements for making a meaningful transition for children leaving early intervention are met with the necessary steps and services. It is recommended that each participant bring a child's file that shows on-going service delivery, 6-month reviews and a transition pl... More

Spectrum Training Systems, Inc. Presents: Social Skills Training and Frustration Management With Jed Baker, Ph.D. Specific, user-friendly strategies and techniques for providing relevant social skills instruction to children and teens with ASD will be shared at this workshop. Enjoyable socialization methods are emphasized so individuals may experience success and desire to build skills. Social deficits affect life at home, school and eventually in the workplace. Conference participants wi... More

Lunch on your own Kent ISD Early On Presents: Bayley III -- The Bayley III is a brand new Early Childhood Assessment instrument designed to reflect the latest in child development research, national demographics, and clinical utility. The Bayley III can be used with children and toddlers from 1 to 42 months of age. The Bayley III has been expanded and aligns with the expectations of IDEA by covering five domains of cognition, language, motor, social/emotional, and adaptive behavior. I... More

Guest Speaker: Dr. Eileen Donovan, Medical Director, Detroit Institute for Children These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

3rd Annual FCE Research to Practice Conference This Conference is Sponsored by:The Department of Family and Child Ecology Please join the MSU Department of Family and Child Ecology for their Third Annual Research to Practice Conference featuring Dr. Craig Ramey. The full program for the November 30 FCE Research to Practice Conference with Dr. Craig Ramey as the keynote speaker is now available online.Dr. Ramey's keynote address will be "Preparing Disadvantaged Children for Success in School:... More

This is a computer workbook training and a computer will be needed to participate. The SPSR Workbook training is for Cohort 1 personnel who will be inputting data into the electronic workbook. The training will consist of becoming familiar with e-workbook as a tool; learning the skills necessary to successfully enter data into the workbook, review data, and print reports. The workbook is designed to support CIMS processes in a web-based application. Each electronic page will be carefully revi... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

SPSR Workbook training is for Cohort 1 personnel who will be inputting data into the electronic workbook. This is a computer workbook training and a computer will be availiable for participants. The training will consist of becoming familiar with e-workbook as a tool; learning the skills necessary to successfully enter data into the workbook, review data, and print reports. The workbook is designed to support CIMS processes in a web-based application. Each electronic page will be carefully revi... More

This one day meeting of higher education faculty will provide information and direction to the Early On Center for Higher Education regarding needs of faculty to successfully implement curriculum related to early intervention and Part C of IDEA. Individuals, including faculty and Early On stakeholders, will participate in this focus group in response to an invitation by Center staff.

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Clinton County RESA Presents: THE COMPREHENSIVE AUTISM PLANNING SYSTEM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ASPERGER SYNDROME, AUTISM, AND RELATED DISABILITIES (CAPS) -- This comprehensive, yet easy-to-use system allows educators to understand how and when to implement an instructional program for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).The CAPS model answers the questions: What supports does my student/child need in each class to be successful? What goals are my student/child working on? ... More

This one day meeting of higher education faculty will provide information and direction to the Early On Center for Higher Education regarding needs of faculty to successfully implement curriculum related to early intervention and Part C of IDEA.

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

Gain a greater understanding about the range of reactions parents and caregivers experience as they learn about their infant or toddler's special needs or developmental disability.This training is open only to Ingham ISD staff (EI and spec ed.)

This online training is open to Early On^® stakeholders who are working with families and need to have Procedural Safeguards training. To register for Procedural Safeguards training online, please click on the link below to sign up for a class. You will be part of a group in this training to promote interaction and discussion surrounding the procedural safeguards.Once you are registered for the training, you will receive further instructions, including a username and password. ... More

Guest Speakers:Dr. Ami AntonucciDr. Isabelle BeaulieuCenter for Neuropsychology and Learning These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

This training is in Central Time Zone System Update Agenda Winter 2008 CIMS: SPSR, Determinations, Verification Child Outcomes Update Local strategies and ideas regarding processing CAPTA referrals Early On Center for Higher Education: updates and future plans Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Coordinators Concerns This training is in Central Time Zone

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 CIMS: SPSR, Determinations, Verification Child Outcomes Update Local strategies and ideas regarding processing CAPTA referrals Early On Center for Higher Education: updates and future plans Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Coordinators Concerns Participants are to be instructed to park in the back of the building and enter at the left hand side of back entrance

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

ACMH & F@FHIEC Presents: Health Resource Support Parent Training -- The session provides resources and information on health care and public health insurance to persons who serve as “Support Parents” to fellow parents of children with special needs. Following the training, Support Parents will be able to provide families information and resources related to: Types of Public Health Care Coverage: MI Child Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services Transition Resou... More

Neuro-Developmental Disorders:Unraveling the Tapestry This Conference is Sponsored by:HEALTH EDucation Network, LLC The program is appropriate for participants with the need and desire to clarify Neuro Developmental Disorders and enhance their knowledge and skills to better serve their neuro-diverse clients/students using a strength-based approach and philosophy. Participants may earn CEU credits To register and see conference information please view the HEALTH EDucation Network We... More

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

Neuro-Developmental Disorders:Unraveling the Tapestry This Conference is Sponsored by:HEALTH EDucation Network, LLC The program is appropriate for participants with the need and desire to clarify Neuro Developmental Disorders and enhance their knowledge and skills to better serve their neuro-diverse clients/students using a strength-based approach and philosophy. Participants may earn CEU credits To register and see conference information please view the HEALTH EDucation Network We... More

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 CIMS: SPSR, Determinations, Verification Child Outcomes Update Local strategies and ideas regarding processing CAPTA referrals Early On Center for Higher Education: updates and future plans Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Coordinators Concerns

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 CIMS: SPSR, Determinations, Verification Child Outcomes Update Local strategies and ideas regarding processing CAPTA referrals Early On Center for Higher Education: updates and future plans Early On^® Public Awareness and Project Find Coordinators Concerns

Getting There Together68th Annual Conference This Conference is Sponsored by:Michigan Council for Exceptional Children To see session costs and to register, Click here for the Michigan Council for Exceptional Children website. To see conference information please download the Brochure Click here to download the brochure.

Michigan Head Start Association Annual Conference: This Conference is Sponsored by:Michigan Head Start Association (MHSA) The Annual Conference is MHSA's largest annual event, with educational workshops, an energizing keynote, and a dynamic trade show! Make sure to mark your calendar today! For more information please see the website Michigan Head Start Association website: or call 517 374 6472

This Seminar addresses the whole IFSP process from referral to writing the IFSP with outcomes and services in natural environments. The federal and state requirements will be discussed, along with strategies for implementing requirements in service areas. Participants will develop meaningful outcomes based on family routines and concerns. Services will be identified that will assist the child in meeting the outcomes. The state prototype IFSP/IEP form will be used to document the entire process. ... More

This second day of the symposium addresses a number of topics: ensuring that all services, as stated on the IFSP, are delivered; that at the 6-month review discusses child progress and that the progress is documented; and that the requirements for making a meaningful transition for children leaving early intervention are met with the necessary steps and services. It is recommended that each participant bring a child's file that shows on-going service delivery, 6-month reviews and a transition pl... More

Strengthening the Parent-Professional Partnership This workshop is for professionals and parents of children with special needs. It is designed to assist participants to better understand the challenges to forming and maintaining partnerships. Ms. Fialka explores the unique dimensions which complicate this working relationship from both the parent and professional perspectives. She addresses such questions as: Can there truly be a partnership? What does each partner bring to this alliance? Ho... More

This third symposium day addresses the Procedural Safeguards required in Early On. Procedural Safeguards will address the five areas pertaining to the protection of the rights of the child and family throughout the IFSP process. These areas relate specifically to: child and family records; notice to initiate or change the provision of a service; consent (families are fully informed of all information relevant to the activity for which consent is sought); participation of the family in the develo... More

Clinton County Regional Educational Service Agency (CCRESA), Office of Innovative Projects, is excited to offer new online learning opportunities through a new venue. The Blackboard Academic Suite is an online application dedicated to teaching and learning and the promotion of collaboration and communication between learners and instructors. Blackboard allows sharing and storage of documents and many other types of information. We are sure you will enjoy working with EOT&TA on these trainings. ... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: How to Access Mental Health Services For Your Child Using Public or Private Healthcare Coverage -- This training provides families with detailed information on how to effectively utilize or get healthcare coverage in order to access mental health services for their child. Including: How and where to access mental health services What is Community Mental Health and how can they help What are the eligibility criteria for publicly funded programs. ... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Is Your Teen Ready for Adult Life? -- This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from ch... More

Questions? Call MiAEYC at 517-336-9700 or 800-336-6424Click here for more information. Click here to download the registration form

As this is a computer-based training event, in order to participate, you will need to create an account with RainDance/Intercall and download software through the link below. If you have participated in training through this interface in the past, then you likely have an account and just need to login). If you are participating as a team and viewing a shared computer (i.e. projected onto a screen), then only one of the team members needs to create an account/login). Here is the link: https://... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: How to Access Mental Health Services For Your Child Using Public or Private Healthcare Coverage -- This training provides families with detailed information on how to effectively utilize or get healthcare coverage in order to access mental health services for their child. Including: How and where to access mental health services What is Community Mental Health and how can they help What are the eligibility criteria for publicly funded programs. ... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Is Your Teen Ready for Adult Life? -- This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from ch... More

This conference call will help you to prepare for the Child Outcomes Data training and implementation in your service area. To assist in joining the webinar, please bookmark this page or save it as a favorite now. Then, on the day of the call, Thursday, March 6, at 9:55 am, return to this page. Click on the "Spiderphone Website" link below to open Spiderphone. This link will help connect both your computer's browser and your telephone to the conference. (Make sure you enter your name so we k... More

This is the first meeting of the Advisory Group for the Early On Center for Higher Education.

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: How to Access Mental Health Services For Your Child Using Public or Private Healthcare Coverage -- This training provides families with detailed information on how to effectively utilize or get healthcare coverage in order to access mental health services for their child. Including: How and where to access mental health services What is Community Mental Health and how can they help What are the eligibility criteria for publicly funded programs. ... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Is Your Teen Ready for Adult Life? -- This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from ch... More

This Conference is Sponsored by:The David O'Hare Foundation and Early On "Active Learning" is an innovative approach to helping children with mutiple impairments thrive, learn and grow developed by Dr. Lilli Nielsen. Patty Obrzut, Assistant Director of the Penrickton Center for Blind Children, will help you sharpen your skills with children whether you are in the role of teacher, therapist or parent. To register and see conference information please view the KENT ISD FlierQuestions? Cont... More

CAPTA Webinar for all Service Areas Presents: Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act -- Jessica Brady, from the Office of Early Childhood Education & Family Services andDawn Ritter, from the Department of Human Serviceswill co-present a developed Reference Bulletin from the Michigan Department of Education for referring CAPTA infants and toddlers to Early On^®. Information that will be discussed: Policy for referral process Best practices for handling CAPTA ref... More

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health Resource Support Parent Training -- The session provides resources and information on health care and public health insurance to persons who serve as “Support Parents” to fellow parents of children with special needs. Following the training, Support Parents will be able to provide families information and resources related to: Types of Public Health Care Coverage: MI Child Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services Transition Resou... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health & Education -- This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Conta... More

This second day of the symposium addresses a number of topics: ensuring that all services, as stated on the IFSP, are delivered; that at the 6-month review discusses child progress and that the progress is documented; and that the requirements for making a meaningful transition for children leaving early intervention are met with the necessary steps and services. It is recommended that each participant bring a child's file that shows on-going service delivery, 6-month reviews and a transition pl... More

This third symposium day addresses the Procedural Safeguards required in Early On. Procedural Safeguards will address the five areas pertaining to the protection of the rights of the child and family throughout the IFSP process. These areas relate specifically to: child and family records; notice to initiate or change the provision of a service; consent (families are fully informed of all information relevant to the activity for which consent is sought); participation of the family in the develo... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health & Education -- This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Conta... More

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

The Impact of Trauma on Neurobiology and Attachment Presented by:Maria Muzik, MD Childhood abuse may have long-lasting adverse consequences for brain development and functioning, as well as impair the establishment of secure attachment bonds with caregivers. Children who are exposed to trauma early in life show alterations in their stress coping and capacity for emotion regulation, and are more likely to develop psychopathology later in their life. This workshop will present an overview ... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

4TH ANNUAL STATE COURT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE CHILD WELFARE ISSUES CONFERENCE To register and see conference information please view the PDF atChildren's Charter Of The Courts Of MichiganQuestions? Contact Deborah Jensen at (517) 482-7533 orDeborah Jensen Email: deborahjensen@childcrt.org

2008 MiAEYC Early Childhood Conference: This Conference is Sponsored by:Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children (MiAEYC) The Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children is committed to improving the education and welfare of children from birth through age eight. MiAEYC works for young children, their families and early childhood professionals. MiAEYC supports the professional development of its members through quality training, materials and services. More t... More

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

ACMH & F@FHIEC Presents: Health & Education -- This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Conta... More

Details regarding the MEGS 2009 Early On Application will provided during a webinar with Jessica Brady and Mischele McManus on Tuesday, April 15 from 1:30 to 3:00. The webinar will be repeated on Thursday, April 17 from 9:30 to 11:00. Please hold one of these times. The information will also be posted on the internet, in case some are unable to attend to either of the webinars. Further details about the topics to be covered and information on how to sign up for the webinar will be provided soon.

TA mtg w/ EOC re: Determinations #1, 7

The Early On Institute is designed for those new to Early On (it is not intended for veterans in the field).The first day includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; the IFSP process: timelines, eligibility, referral, evaluation, outcomes, early intervention services, and service coordination.Day 2 will focus on procedural safeguards, how they impact the Early On process, and the "Dance of Partnership". Persons registering for the Institute must register for b... More

Details regarding the MEGS 2009 Early On Application will provided during a webinar with Jessica Brady and Mischele McManus on Tuesday, April 15 from 1:30 to 3:00. The webinar will be repeated on Thursday, April 17 from 9:30 to 11:00. Please hold one of these times. The information will also be posted on the internet, in case some are unable to attend to either of the webinars. Further details about the topics to be covered and information on how to sign up for the webinar will be provided soon.

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health Resource Support Parent Training -- The session provides resources and information on health care and public health insurance to persons who serve as “Support Parents” to fellow parents of children with special needs. Following the training, Support Parents will be able to provide families information and resources related to: Types of Public Health Care Coverage: MI Child Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services Transition Resou... More

The Michigan Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention and Healthy Homes Programs are proud to announce our Lead Safe and Healthy Homes Conference This conference is intended for public health staff (nursing and environmental health), health officers, WIC staff, lead professionals, physicians, educators, community advocates, social workers, home visitors, daycare providers, rental property owners and managers, local, county and state legislators, and housing rehab contractors and workers. **Please... More

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Reschedule of Day 3 IDA for 4 participants from Lenawee.

As this is a computer-based training event, in order to participate, you will need to create an account with RainDance/Intercall and download software through the link below. If you have participated in training through this interface in the past, then you likely have an account and just need to login). If you are participating as a team and viewing a shared computer (i.e. projected onto a screen), then only one of the team members needs to create an account/login). A link will be provided he... More

This conference call will help you to prepare for the Higher Ed Colloquium training and implementation in your service area.If you are only using your phone only to contact the Higher Ed Colloquium training then dial 1 (888) 550-5602 and enter 1671 6101 aproximately 5 min proir to start. To assist in joining the webinar, please bookmark this page or save it as a favorite now. Then, on the day of the call, Thursday, April 24th at 12:30pm, return to this page. Click on the "Spiderphone Website"... More

Infants' Reactions to a Social Stressor: lessons learned from Research using the Face-to-Face Still-Face Paradigm in Normative and At-Risk Groups Presented by:Marjorie Beeghly, Ph.D. Since its creation in 1978, the Face-to-Face Still-Face (FFSF) paradigm has increasingly become a standard observational assessment for investigating individual differences in infants', parents', and dyads' social-emotional capacities and how infants cope with a brief social stressor—the parental “still-fa... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and data entry personnel (especially in the afternoon for data entry). Maximum attendance from each service area is 5 people. Many other service areas in cohort 3 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the Child O... More

This Seminar addresses the whole IFSP process from referral to writing the IFSP with outcomes and services in natural environments. The federal and state requirements will be discussed, along with strategies for implementing requirements in service areas. Participants will develop meaningful outcomes based on family routines and concerns. Services will be identified that will assist the child in meeting the outcomes. The state prototype IFSP/IEP form will be used to document the entire process. ... More

This second day of the symposium addresses a number of topics: ensuring that all services, as stated on the IFSP, are delivered; that at the 6-month review discusses child progress and that the progress is documented; and that the requirements for making a meaningful transition for children leaving early intervention are met with the necessary steps and services. It is recommended that each participant bring a child's file that shows on-going service delivery, 6-month reviews and a transition pl... More

Guest Speaker: Dr. Eileen Donovan, Medical Director, DIC These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

This third symposium day addresses the Procedural Safeguards required in Early On. Procedural Safeguards will address the five areas pertaining to the protection of the rights of the child and family throughout the IFSP process. These areas relate specifically to: child and family records; notice to initiate or change the provision of a service; consent (families are fully informed of all information relevant to the activity for which consent is sought); participation of the family in the develo... More

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Health & Education -- This training provides parents and professionals with basic information needed to plan and advocate for a child's education and health needs. It covers: Types of public health care coverage available Special education laws and rules Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes Educational due process Health Preparedness resources For more information or to register:Conta... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and data entry personnel (especially in the afternoon for data entry). Maximum attendance from each service area is 6 people. Many other service areas in cohort 3 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the Child O... More

ACMH & F@FHIEC Presents: Health Resource Support Parent Training -- The session provides resources and information on health care and public health insurance to persons who serve as “Support Parents” to fellow parents of children with special needs. Following the training, Support Parents will be able to provide families information and resources related to: Types of Public Health Care Coverage: MI Child Healthy Kids, Children's Special Health Care Services Transition Resou... More

EOT&TA is please to announce: 1st annual Parent Institute -- Recognizing that information for families is often key to ensuring full partnership in the IFSP process, Early On Training & Technical Assistance is pleased to announce a new training opportunity for current Early On parents. Our very first Early On Institute for Parents will cover the basic information and rationale needed by parents to understand their role in the IFSP process with emphasis on family assessments and ch... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and data entry personnel (especially in the afternoon for data entry). This location is limited to Wayne County service coordinators/providers only. Many other service areas in cohort 3 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service ar... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and data entry personnel (especially in the afternoon for data entry). Many other service areas in cohort 3 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the Child Outcomes materials are available on the EOT&TA's website C... More

Early On Public Awareness and Project Find Presents: A Child Find Webinar on May 22nd at 11:00 AM. -- Information that will be discussed: Part C Child Find Indicators #5 and #6 Part B Child Find Indicators #11 Input/feedback on a new RTI (Response to Intervention) Brochure to provide to parents and/or primary referral sources Input/Ideas for new Child Find Product(s) This training will be recorded for those who cannot participate. Questions? Contact Victoria Meeder ... More

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- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Target Population: The Early On^® Coordinators, those people who write IFSPs, and data entry personnel (especially in the afternoon for data entry). Maximum attendance from each service area is 6 people. Many other service areas in cohort 3 will not be able to bring all of their service coordinators. Depending on the service area, Early On^® Coordinators may need to take the information back to share with other personnel in their service areas. All of the Child Outc... More

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

Attachment Relationships and clinical Practice: Assessing Parents' Reflective capacities, Insightfulness, and Representations of their child Presented by:Kate Rosenblum, Ph.D., Ann M. Stacks, Ph.D. Lisa Garcia MSW LMSW Clinical practice in infant mental health requires practitioners to assess and intervene with high-risk or problematic parent-infant relationships. The relationships that parents form with their infants are critical to healthy social and emotional development and the de... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

- These workshops are held at the Abilities Center in Walled Lake, Michigan.Pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated.If you have questions about this series please call 248.926.0909.REGISTER EARLY/SPACE IS LIMITED. Click here to order an Abilities Center brochure. Click here to download the registration form. PDF(27.2k)

Released in 2006, Normal People Scare Me has made its way around the world on a mother and son speaking and screening tour. The film was conceived by Taylor Cross -- an aspiring filmmaker with autism -- when he was 15. Co-created by Taylor and his mother, disabilities advocate and expert, Keri Bowers, the film has been a critical success throughout the world since its release. In this compelling documentary 17 year old Taylor Cross captures life and living with autism through interviews with ... More

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Arbor Circle and the Michigan Association of Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well-received in the Winter-Spring 2006 and the Winter-Spring 2007. We are pleased to offer the series in Gr... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Is Your Teen Ready for Adult Life? -- This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from ch... More

ACMH & F2FHIEC Presents: Is Your Teen Ready for Adult Life? -- This training is for parents of teens with serious mental health conditions. These teens often report that they would like help finishing school, getting a good job, finding a place to live, living on their own, and making friends, information and practical suggestions will be shared for helping your teen prepare for the transition from high school to employment or higher education; from home to independent living; and from ch... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Participants will be charged $7.00 for their lunch. Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about the status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider Training is available to professionals w... More

Participants will have a short lunch break to go to nearby restaurants. Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about the status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider Training is availabl... More

Participants will be charged $7.00 for their lunch. Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about the status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider Training is available to professionals who w... More

Participants will have a short lunch break to go to nearby restaurants. Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about the status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider Training is available to... More

Suresight Vision Training: Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider. Training is available to professionals who work with Early On, who ... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

This one-day workshop is designed to prepare family members to tell their stories to future professionals. Participants will learn to organize and share their experiences in a presentation for college students who will work with families of children, birth to age three, with disabilities. Participants will develop their stories and learn how to share them in the college classroom in order to promote awareness, sensitivity, and partnership in personnel who will work with families. Invited ... More

AUDX Hearing Training: Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider. Training is available to professionals who work with Early On, who will... More

Michigan has the good fortune of hosting Jan Moss, Director of Community Leadership and Advocacy at the Center for Learning and Leadership, Oklahoma's Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities(UCEDD) to work with parents to “Tell their Stories” to college students who are preparing for careers in early intervention-related work. On August 21 she has time to present to EOT&TA staff and to Early On Coordinators on strategies for improving child outcomes. We have been working on timeline... More

Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District Presents: This Conference is Sponsored by:EUPISD Early Childhood To see conference information please download the Brochure Click here to download the brochure. For more information regarding AEPS go to Click here for access to the AEPS Interactive site.

Participants are restricted to CCRESA Employees only. This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

Back to School Clothing Distribution is being sponsored by the Mt. Hope St. Johns Family Church, the Clinton County Family Resource Center, the Clinton County DHS, and other local churches, businesses and service organizations: Families in need are invited to the 4th annual “Back to School” new/used clothing distribution event that will take place on Thursday, August 28th, 2008 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Mount Hope St. Johns Family Church (located in the Wilson Center) in St. Johns, MI. Thi... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

For more information or to register visit the MAEYC website or Contact the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children at 1 (800) 336-6424 Download the Conference Flyer Download the Conference Preliminary Program

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance. No refreshments (break or lunch) are provided on site. Please bring your own. Partici... More

This all-day conference is being offered through the partnership of the Building Stronger Communities Council (BSCC) and the Clinton County Housing and Homeless Coalition. A generous training allowance from the Clinton County Department of Human Services Strong Families/Safe Children grant has underwritten a majority of the costs. Like many communities in the State of Michigan, Clinton County has experienced its share of factory closings and job losses. We've witnessed the lists of forecl... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance. No refreshments (break or lunch) are provided on site. Please bring your own. Partic... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

Let's start at the very beginning! Incorporating knowledge of early intervention with infants and toddlers, birth to three with special needs or disabilities into the curriculum, coursework, and community sites. Sharing practical teaching strategies with each other. Purpose of the Colloquium: Share instructional strategies and resources for preparing college students to work effectively in natural environments with infants and toddlers with special needs and their families. ... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

AUDX Hearing Training: Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider. Training is available to professionals who work with Early On, who will... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

Participants are restricted to Bay-Arenac ISD Employees only. This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

By attending this workshop, you will explore service delivery models and methods in an effort to provide more services in the least restrictive environment for early intervention. The workshop will focus on the following overlapping topics: alternative service-delivery models for preschool children models for infants and toddlers (birth to 3) maximizing natural learning opportunities more efficient utilization of staff and therapists types and levels of beneficial support for ... More

Participants are restricted to Gratiot-Isabella RESD Employees only. This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Success with Asperger Syndrome: Using Our Strengths for Achieving a Fulfilling and Productive Life-Just Like Everyone Else This Conference is Sponsored by the :AUTISM SOCIETY of MICHIGAN Learner Objectives: Develop a greater appreciation for what life is like for people with autism spectrum disorders Learn how to match strengths and challenges that people with ASD face in order to help them lead fulfilling and productive lives and achieve success in all areas of life. Unders... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This Conference is Sponsored by:The David O'Hare Foundation and Early On "Active Learning" is an innovative approach to helping children with mutiple impairments thrive, learn and grow developed by Dr. Lilli Nielsen. Patty Obrzut, Assistant Director of the Penrickton Center for Blind Children, will help you sharpen your skills with children whether you are in the role of teacher, therapist or parent. To register and see conference information please view the KENT ISD FlierQuestions? Cont... More

Tuesday, October 07, 2008 10:00 AM Eastern Organizational meeting re: forming the Michigan Subdivision of the Division of Early Childhood (DEC)Dial 1 (888) 550-5602 and enter * 1435 7926

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

Suresight Vision Training: Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider. Training is available to professionals who work with Early On, who ... More

The conference planners would like to welcome you to the 27th Annual Michigan Statewide Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect. As we have heard so many times, our children are our future. We must work to keep their lives safe and stable and void of the violence that can numb their own potential as human beings and future leaders. This year's schedule will bring you inspiration and knowledge that will support you in your role as an advocate for children and families and as an advocate for change.... More

Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance (EOT&TA) has planned an uplifting day just for you! Come join us, for a relaxing day with your peers. This day will be your chance to interact with and receive updates from staff at Michigan Department of Education, Wayne State University, the Continuous Improvement Monitoring System (CIMS), Data Collection, EOT&TA, and Early On Public Awareness. Some of the topics we will be discussing are: The state's system of General Supervisi... More

Sixteenth Annual Parenting Awareness Michigan Conferences This Conference is Sponsored by:Prevention Network and the Parenting Awareness Michigan Steering Committee Two statewide conferences to choose from – or attend both! For anyone who works with parents and families……PAM organizers, educators, parent network and oalition members, service providers,school personnel, parent volunteers,and anyone interested in parenting and Parenting Awareness Month. To see conference information pl... More

2008 Early On^® Annual Conference: Rockin' Your Practice C'mon Everybody to the Banks of the Red Cedar in the Heart of East Lansing Headlining the Main Stage: Lee Ann Jung, Ph.D., University of Kentucky, performing Enhancing Strategies for Children Eligible for "Part C Only" Featuring Hot Sessions: Necessary Boundaries Interpreter Culture Whenever, wherever Learning Making the Connection to Foster Care Acknowledging Generational Differences Met... More

Continuity from Pre-Birth to Five:Enhancing Connections for Babies, Families & Communities This annual training event, sponsored by the Head Start and Child Care Bureaus, is a wonderful opportunity to learn about exemplary work in he infant and family field. This year's theme is “Continuity from Pre-Birth to Five: Enhancing Connections for Babies, Families & Communities.” The early years matter! Each one of us has a unique and vital role in nurturing very young children and their families. It is... More

Sixteenth Annual Parenting Awareness Michigan Conferences This Conference is Sponsored by:Prevention Network and the Parenting Awareness Michigan Steering Committee Two statewide conferences to choose from – or attend both! For anyone who works with parents and families……PAM organizers, educators, parent network and oalition members, service providers,school personnel, parent volunteers,and anyone interested in parenting and Parenting Awareness Month. To see conference information pl... More

AUDX Hearing Training: Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider. Training is available to professionals who work with Early On, who will... More

The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan: The 2008 Epilepsy Today Conferences -- Enhancing the ability of attendees to manage epilepsy and related problems is the objective of these conferences. They are designed for individuals with epilepsy, their families and others whose lives are touched by epilepsy--including caregivers and professionals serving people with seizures..Topics Include: current treatments and diagnoses for epilepsy epilepsy research, diagnosis and treatment: beyond t... More

This Review of the IFSP form Is For Berrien RESA Only This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance. Lunch will NOT be provided.

This training targets those persons who have been working with premature and sick infants and who want a more appropriate evaluation tool to use along with meaningful intervention strategies. This is a full 6 hour training which looks at the problems premature or sick infants may have as well as an assessment that address their communication system, understanding of it, and how to interpret it to parents.8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch will be served.

The 6th Biennial Statewide Conference on the Early Years This Conference is Sponsored by:The 6th Biennial Statewide Conference on the Early Years Watch for more information on this exciting conference in the next few months. Conference brochure and registration materials available August 2008 For additional information Contact Deborah Jensen at 517.482.7533 orEmail: Deborah Jensen deborahjensen@childcrt.org

Suresight Vision Training: Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen hearing and vision for children referred to Early On, in the event that Early On cannot obtain the federally required information about status of hearing and vision from the child's health care provider. Training is available to professionals who work with Early On, who ... More

This training addresses a number of topics: ensuring that all services, as stated on the IFSP, are delivered (Indicator #1); that the 6-month review discusses child progress and that the progress is documented; and that the requirements for making a meaningful transition for children leaving early intervention are met with the necessary steps and services (Indicator #8 a, b, and c). It is recommended that each participant bring a child's file that shows on-going service delivery, 6-month review... More

The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan: The 2008 Epilepsy Today Conferences -- Enhancing the ability of attendees to manage epilepsy and related problems is the objective of these conferences. They are designed for individuals with epilepsy, their families and others whose lives are touched by epilepsy--including caregivers and professionals serving people with seizures..Topics Include: current treatments and diagnoses for epilepsy epilepsy research, diagnosis and treatment: beyond t... More

This Review of the IFSP form Is For Wexford-Missaukee ISD Only This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

To attend you must have attended Part 1 of Telling Our Stories on August 20, 2008 or have prior approval by the trainers. This workshop will build on the knowledge and skills explored during the first session. Part 2 will provide more opportunities to practice "telling your stories" emphasizing your family's experiences during your child's early intervention, birth to three years of age. In addition, key public speaking skills will be discussed and demonstrated. There is no cost to participa... More

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 Welcome and Introductions & Continental breakfast Presentation- » Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Dee Robertson, Michigan Department of Community Health- Early On^® Training & TA Updates - Laura Fuciarelli

The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan: The 2008 Epilepsy Today Conferences -- Enhancing the ability of attendees to manage epilepsy and related problems is the objective of these conferences. They are designed for individuals with epilepsy, their families and others whose lives are touched by epilepsy--including caregivers and professionals serving people with seizures..Topics Include: current treatments and diagnoses for epilepsy epilepsy research, diagnosis and treatment: beyond t... More

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 Welcome and Introductions & Continental breakfast Presentation- » Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Dee Robertson, Michigan Department of Community Health- Early On^® Training & TA Updates - Laura Fuciarelli

Members of the Early On^® Center for Higher Education Advisory Group are invited. Members, please RSVP to Sue Darnell or Meg McSweeney at (866) 334-5437 or Email Sue Darnell: darnell_s@ccresa.org or,Email Meg McSweeney: mcsweeney_m@ccresa.org

This Review of the IFSP/IEP form Is For Gratiot-Isabella Only This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

The Michigan Department of Education presents this planning committee phone conference. To assist in joining the webinar, please bookmark this page or save it as a favorite now. Then, on the day of the call, Monday, November 24, 2008, at 1:00 pm, -dial 1 (888) 550-5602 and enter 1435 7926Please register for this Spiderphone webinar by clicking the "Register" link below.

Event Description: We will discuss the culture of poverty while examining personal belief systems, role separation and challenges to supportive communication. Cost: $20.00 Class Limit: 50 Grade Level: Early Childhood Audience: PreK Staff To register please view the Oakland Schools Event Management PageQuestions? Contact Rosalind Paul at (248) 209-2500 orEmail: EM Registration SB-CEUs: Pending. Check the SB-CEU approval status of this course. Visit: SolutionWare.com

This Review of the IFSP form Is For Allegan ISD Only This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 Welcome and Introductions & Continental breakfast Presentation- » Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Dee Robertson, Michigan Department of Community Health- Early On^® Training & TA Updates - Laura Fuciarelli

System Update Agenda Winter 2008 Welcome and Introductions & Continental breakfast Presentation- » Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Dee Robertson, Michigan Department of Community Health- Early On^® Training & TA Updates - Laura Fuciarelli

As part of Michigan's Child Find efforts, Project Find Michigan is working on the development of a Special Education Public Service Announcement for statewide targeted television. This would be the first of it's kind in the State. We invite all Project Find Coordinators and interested stakeholders to join us for this discussion. We are offering the Spiderphone conference utility. Participants can participate from their remote locations. This is to support SPP Part B Indicator #11 ... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

The Early On Institute is designed for those new to Early On (it is not intended for veterans in the field).The first day includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; the IFSP process: timelines, eligibility, referral, evaluation, outcomes, early intervention services, and service coordination.Day 2 will focus on procedural safeguards, how they impact the Early On process, and the "Dance of Partnership". Persons registering for the Institute must register for b... More

This TA is for Ingham ISD staff only.

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

Part 3 will present easy ways to bring Early On information into your guest presentation in the college classroom. It will help prepare you for questions students may ask. It will also inform you about the process for scheduling a guest presentation and getting reimbursed for your guest presentation. It is open to all participants of Part One, held on August 20, 2008 and part 2 on November 17th, 2008. If you attended Part 2 you will be even better prepared! The format will be a web conference,... More

This training is for Dickinson-Iron staff only. Lunch will be provided. Please note that all times are Central Standard Time.

This online training is open to Early On^® stakeholders who are working with families and need to have Early On 101 training. The Training includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; and the IFSP processTo register for Early On 101 training online, please click on the link below to sign up for a class.Once you are registered for the training, you will receive further instructions, including a username and password. Call Jean Wassenaar 866 334... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Part 3 will present easy ways to bring Early On information into your guest presentation in the college classroom. It will help prepare you for questions students may ask. It will also inform you about the process for scheduling a guest presentation and getting reimbursed for your guest presentation. It is open to all participants of Part One, held on August 20, 2008 and part 2 on November 17th, 2008. If you attended Part 2 you will be even better prepared! The format will be a web conference,... More

On the day of the call, Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at 3:45pm, - dial (888) 550-5602 and enter 1435 7926

This is a webinar/conference call with slides presented online at the same time. To attend this webinar, go to www.cimsmichigan.org/parents. Topics for discussion include: What's new in CIMS-2! CIMS-2 parent activities The CIMS-2 Calendar CIMS-2 Training Click here to download the invitation.

On January 26 and 27, 2009, Jennifer Huisken-LaPointe from North Central Regional Resource Center will be at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn providing IT Kit training for all Early On Coordinators. This training will provide Early On Coordinators with an opportunity to gain a better understanding of the connections between the IT Kit, the CIMS-2 process, and corrective action planning. The 1.5-day session will take place from 12:00PM to 4:00PM on January 26, 2009 and continue from 9:00AM to 4:00... More

On January 26 and 27, 2009, Jennifer Huisken-LaPointe from North Central Regional Resource Center will be at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn providing IT Kit training for all Early On Coordinators. This training will provide Early On Coordinators with an opportunity to gain a better understanding of the connections between the IT Kit, the CIMS-2 process, and corrective action planning. The 1.5-day session will begin on January 26, 2009, at 12:00 noon and conclude at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, January ... More

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A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

Interest in reflective practice and supervisory support is growing as rapidly as interest in the social and emotional well being of babies, toddlers and preschool age children! Whether trained as a mental health professional or an early childhood professional, we need guidance and support to understand the very young children and families with whom we work and to understand ourselves. The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health is pleased to support what you are doing by inviting you to sh... More

This training is for St. Clair service area only.

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation. In this one day training participants will: Learn about resilience theory and protective factors central to supporting infant and toddler resi... More

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This online training is open to Early On^® stakeholders who are working with families and need to have Early On 101 training. The Training includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; and the IFSP processTo register for Early On 101 training online, please click on the link below to sign up for a class.Once you are registered for the training, you will receive further instructions, including a username and password. Call Jean Wassenaar 866 334... More

The participants of the Early On^® Center for Higher Ed Advisory Meetings are invited. Do you have Questions? Would you like to Register?? Contact Sue Darnell or Meg McSweeney at (866) 334-5437 or Email Sue Darnell: darnell_s@ccresa.org or,Email Meg McSweeney: mcsweeny_m@ccresa.org

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

On the day of the call, Tuesday, February 24, 2009, at 3:45pm, - dial (888) 550-5602 and enter 1435 7926

Trauma, Neglect and Brain Development in Young Children: New Knowledge for Practitioners Presented by Doug Davies, Ph.D. Postpartum Depression and Programs for Mothers and Their Families Presented by Nancy Roberts, RN, CCE Also: Clinician Panel on Therapeutic Interventions for Treatment of Post Partum Depression And, DCH and MI-AIMH updates Click here for further details.

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

The Social-Emotional Development of Young Children* This program will explore and identify key characteristics of healthy social and emotional development and indicators of potential problems. Strategies for providers and parents to help encourage healthy social-emotional development as well as the important connections to later successful functioning will be provided in an interactive and stimulating environment. *The Social-Emotional Development of Young Children is required to take the... More

Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children (MiAEYC) is holding a one-day Administrator Institute for administrators of early childhood programs and child care centers on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Macomb ISD. Participants can attend the morning session, the afternoon session, or the full-day. Attached is a description of the day and a registration form. The fee includes lunch for half-day and full-day participants. The registration deadline is February 24, 2009. Fax registrations... More

This is open for the Gratiot-Isabella Area only.

This training is for Wayne Co. participants only.

This training is for Wayne Co. participants only.

This training is for Wayne County participants only.

This day long workshop is designed with parents in mind with overviews of popular topics and a time to recharge and relax. Participants will have the opportunity to meet other parents and service providers in our area. Sessions include an inspiring and humorous keynote by Johnnie Tuitle who will focus on ability and opportunity. The seminars to follow will feature trusts and wills, having fun cooking with your kids, autism, middle and high school transitions, True Colors for parents, low tech se... More

Mid-Michigan CME

Fee: The Michigan Department of Education will cover the cost of the training materials, breakfast, and lunch. Local school districts will be responsible for covering lodging and travel as part of their special education compliance activities. Purpose of Training:To assist your service area in prioritizing areas of improvement, writing corrective action plans, and submitting evidence of correction. Attendance at this event will be counted toward your corrective action activities. Time:Marc... More

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This workshop will discuss diverse learning styles and practices, understanding UDL (Universal Design for Learning), and practical suggestions for classroom use.Click here to view the flyer.

This online training is open to Early On^® stakeholders who are working with families and need to have Early On 101 training. The Training includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; and the IFSP processTo register for Early On 101 training online, please click on the link below to sign up for a class.Once you are registered for the training, you will receive further instructions, including a username and password. Call Jean Wassenaar 866 334... More

This training is for Wayne Co. participants only.

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

Understanding and Working with Conflict with Young Children Conflict between children, children and providers, parents and children, and parents and providers is not uncommon at some time in an early childhood setting. This workshop will help us understand the sources and purposes of conflict and provide additional ideas and strategies for understanding ourselves, the children, and the children's parents. Ways to restructure and approach conflict will be explored and provided. Caring for the... More

The Gray Center is sponsoring a one-day conference, "Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Building Skills for the Real World" with authors Teresa Bolick and Talmer Shockley. This conference is for anyone living or working with current or future adolescents with Asperger Syndrome. Location: Prince Conference Center (on the campus of Calvin College), 1800 East Beltline SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Cost: $75, or $65 each for two or more registrants paying with the same credit card or check... More

The purpose of this conference is to improve hearing health care service delivery for the 0-3 year old population and their families, to provide training for professionals, and a learning experience for parents and families of young children who are deaf and hard of hearing. Goals: To provide practical information used at the onset of early audiological intervention for infants with hearing loss. To increase the skill and knowledge base of childhood specialists who work with families of y... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

This training is for Wayne Co. participants only.

This training is for Detroit Public Schools only.

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The training is targeted for the data entry person. The EO Coordinator is welcome to come as an observer but computers are limited.

Strengthening the Parent-Professional Partnership This workshop is for professionals and parents of children with special needs. It is designed to assist participants to better understand the challenges to forming and maintaining partnerships. Ms. Fialka explores the unique dimensions which complicate this working relationship from both the parent and professional perspectives. She addresses such questions as: Can there truly be a partnership? What does each partner bring to this alliance? Ho... More

Strengthening the Parent-Professional Partnership This workshop is for professionals and parents of children with special needs. It is designed to assist participants to better understand the challenges to forming and maintaining partnerships. Ms. Fialka explores the unique dimensions which complicate this working relationship from both the parent and professional perspectives. She addresses such questions as: Can there truly be a partnership? What does each partner bring to this alliance? Ho... More

This presentation will focus on providing strategies for addressing challenging behaviors in young children along with an in-depth explanation of the research that supports the use of these strategies. Participants will learn about classroom techniques that work with the most difficult behaviors to those that will benefit every child in the classroom. The presenter will also tough on topics such as inclusion, relationships, resilience, culture and working with families. Updated matieral on t... More

Fee: The Michigan Department of Education will cover the cost of the training materials, breakfast, and lunch. Local school districts will be responsible for covering lodging and travel as part of their special education compliance activities. Purpose of Training: To assist your service area in prioritizing areas of improvement, writing corrective action plans, and submitting evidence of correction. Attendance at this event will be counted toward your corrective action activities. Time:March... More

Clinton County RESA Presents: THE COMPREHENSIVE, 2-DAY SEMINAR FOCUSES ON SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER (SPD) -- , a problem that effects at least 5% of children. Often SPD is misdiagnosed as ADHD, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Even more commonly, SPD is not diagnosed as a disorder at all...instead the child's issues are attributed to “bad behavior”, “poor motivation”, or “social-emotional problems.” This workshop will review screening and assessment of S... More

Using reflective practice and relationship-based work with families of infants and young children when parents are challenged by mental illness, cognitive impairments, and/or unstable living conditions. This is a three-part series which requires participation in all sessions. The principles of reflective practice and relationship-based work as explored in Session One will be integrated throughout the series. Mini-lectures, video clips, and interactive activities will be used to ensure a live... More

More American children suffer from neglect than from physical and sexual abuse combined. Despite those numbers, child welfare professionals of all disciplines have paid significantly less attention to neglect. For many neglected children, the reality of their experiences and the effects of those experiences can be difficult to identify. In very general terms, “neglect” is the inadequate provision for a child's basic needs, such as food, clothing, medical care, education and supervision. “Chro... More

Fee: The Michigan Department of Education will cover the cost of the training materials, breakfast, and lunch. Local school districts will be responsible for covering lodging and travel as part of their special education compliance activities. Purpose of Training: To assist your service area in prioritizing areas of improvement, writing corrective action plans, and submitting evidence of correction, you are strongly encouraged to attend the following in-person Gamma training event. Attendance... More

Please join us to explore these isssues and plan for improvement in the childhood area. This is your opportunity to provide input and expertise from your unique perspective. All are welcome!

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

The Upper Peninsula Early Childhood Conference will take place on the campus of Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Michigan on Friday, April 3, 2009, and Saturday, April 4, 2009. The 2009 conference is titled “LOOKING BACK – MOVING FORWARD.” This conference will mark 25 years of the Upper Peninsula Early Childhood Conference. Keynote Speakers: Dr. Pam Schiller Early Childhood Consultant Author of The Complete Daily Curriculum for Early Childhood Dr. Dan Gartrell ... More

The training is targeted for the data entry person. The EO Coordinator is welcome to come as an observer but computers are limited. Lunch is being served by St. Clair County.

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

This training is for Traverse Bay Area only.

This information and the purple register button below are for participants who plan to attend in person. Individuals who wish to participate via webinar may register here (the registration page for the webinar). DRAFT Agenda: The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Welcome/Purpose of the Day Words from Superintendent Mike Flanagan (3/30/09 podcast) Presentation on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act ARRA Appl... More

Webinar Connection: For quick access, starting 10 minutes before the webinar go to https://www.spiderphone.com/16716101 (This link will help connect both your browser and telephone to the call) OR dial 1 (888) 550-5602 and enter 1671 6101This information and the purple register button below are for participants who plan to attend via webinar. Individuals who wish to participate in person may register here. DRAFT Agenda: The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and Part C of the Individua... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation.The DECA I/T Program has several components. On day one of DECA-I/T Program training, participants will be introduced to the Devereux Early Childhood ... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This training addresses the Procedural Safeguards required in Early On which pertain to the protection of the rights of the child and family throughout the IFSP process. These areas include: child and family records notice of referral prior notice informed consent disposition/transfer of records resolution of disagreements SB-CEUs: pending approval

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

Michigan Hands & Voices Presents: A Parent Advocacy Workshop“Education Law:How it Applies to D/HH Children” --Please register by April 20, 2009(Dinner included) For more information or to register:Contact Kristy Medes at (517) 882-8852 Click Here for more information and to register

You are invited to join us for this exciting three-day event. On Sunday April 26 and Monday April 27, we will learn about assessment and treatment for families of very young children who have experienced trauma. On Tuesday April 28, we will be joined by judges, attorneys, and child welfare professionals for a post-conference institute that will enable a deeper examination of the impact of trauma on infants, toddlers, and caregivers who are involved in child protection proceedings. We will also e... More

To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Early On Coordinators will receive a training manual at the training and will be expected t... More

This training is a video conference broadcast from the Genesee ISD training. To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Early On Coor... More

To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Early On Coordinators will receive a training manual at the training and will be expected t... More

This training is a video conference broadcast from the Marquette-Alger RESA training. To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Ear... More

The Cultural Competency series is grounded in an underlying principle that diversity is not simply a process of learning about “others,” but that it begins with developing an understanding of one's own cultural identity, beliefs, biases, worldviews and attitudes about differences. These learning opportunities provide a framework for an individual to define cultural competency within the context of their environment and to assess cultural competency at four levels (personal, interpersonal, instit... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

The Michigan Federation for Children and Families is hosting this conference in response to the need for education regarding the effect of trauma on child development as well as effective strategies for intervention. The first day of the conference will feature Dr. Bruce D. Perry, a nationally-recognized expert in neuroscience and child development. The two-day schedule includes more than a dozen additional experts in the child welfare field, all focusing on various aspects of child trauma and... More

To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Early On Coordinators will receive a training manual at the training and will be expected t... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This training is targeted for the data entry person. The EO Coordinator is welcome to observe. You will need to bring a laptop computer. If you are unable to bring a a laptop please contact Sue at EOT&TA, 866-334-5437 as we may be able to provide several for use that day.

This training is targeted for the data entry person. The EO Coordinator is welcome to come and observe but computers are limited.

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This training is offered by the Michigan Family-to-Family Health Information & Education Center. To register for this training, click here. Or call the Family Phone Line at 1-800-359-3722. This training is for anyone who wants to gain a basic understanding of rights allotted under: Children's Special Health Care Services Community Mental Health Services Medicaid Special Education Services Sessions provide information relative to timelines, complaint procedures, and the app... More

To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Early On Coordinators will receive a training manual at the training and will be expected t... More

This training is a video conference broadcast from the Kent ISD training. To effectively coordinate the training across the two systems, the curriculum will be presented as a train-the-trainer model. The train-the-trainer sessions will be presented in four regions of the state to Early On Coordinators (or their designee) and CPS supervisors (or their designee) with the goal of creating the needed coordination between Early On and the local DHS offices. The CPS supervisors and Early On Coordin... More

In response to requests by Early On Coordinators, Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance is facilitating regional meetings to discuss possible uses of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus funds for Part C. Coordinators may use this time to brainstorm ideas, including strategies for individual service areas as well as regional collaborative opportunities.

This training is a video conference broadcast from the Kent ISD training. In response to requests by Early On Coordinators, Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance is facilitating regional meetings to discuss possible uses of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus funds for Part C. Coordinators may use this time to brainstorm ideas, including strategies for individual service areas as well as regional collaborative opportunities.

The training is targeted for the data entry person. The EO Coordinator is welcome to come as an observer but computers are limited.

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

This training is targeted for the data entry person. The EO Coordinator is welcome to attend and observe but computers are limited.

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

The participants of the Early On^® Center for Higher Ed Advisory Meetings are invited. Do you have Questions? Would you like to Register?? Contact Sue Darnell or Meg McSweeney at (866) 334-5437 or Email Sue Darnell: darnell_s@ccresa.org or,Email Meg McSweeney: mcsweeny_m@ccresa.org

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation.The DECA I/T Program has several components. On day one of DECA-I/T Program training, participants will be introduced to the Devereux Early Childhood ... More

12th Annual De Vel Pediatric Lecture Series Presents: “Developmental and Behavioral Issues for Children and Teens with Traumatic Brain Injury” -- This year's conference will bring together experts in the fields of rehabilitation medicine, special education, psychology, and psychiatry to identify and discuss developmental and behavioral issues for childrens and teens with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Click Here for more information or to register

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

A Professional Development Series for Infant & Early Childhood Professionals This Conference is Sponsored by:The Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health and the Capital Area Association for Infant Mental Health Relationships between practitioners and families can be key to positive outcomes for babies and parents in human service and educational settings. This two-part series of six-hour training events was extremely well received in the Winter-Spring 2006, Winter-Spring 2007, and ... More

Michigan After-school Collaborative Summer Summit The Michigan After-school Collaborative (MAC) Summer Summit is for Michigan's out-of-school time community including teachers, on-site staff, administrators, child care providers, and parents. The Michigan After-school Collaborative Summer Summit is sponsored by the Michigan Department of Education in collaboration with state and local agencies, associations, and organizations. The Summit emphasizes the importance of integrating services ... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation.The DECA I/T Program has several components. On day one of DECA-I/T Program training, participants will be introduced to the Devereux Early Childhood ... More

The Cultural Competency series is grounded in an underlying principle that diversity is not simply a process of learning about “others,” but that it begins with developing an understanding of one's own cultural identity, beliefs, biases, worldviews and attitudes about differences. These learning opportunities provide a framework for an individual to define cultural competency within the context of their environment and to assess cultural competency at four levels (personal, interpersonal, instit... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation.The DECA I/T Program has several components. On day one of DECA-I/T Program training, participants will be introduced to the Devereux Early Childhood ... More

2009 MITS Summer Institute A variety of sessions including Universal design for learning (UDL), assistive technology (AT), augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), accessible instructional materials (AIM) focused on improving access and achievement.Attendees will have an option of selecting one of three general sessions to attend on Mon., June 22. On Tuesday, attendees will be able to attend any of the offered sessions. To register and see conference information please view th... More

The Early On Institute is designed for those new to Early On (it is not intended for veterans in the field). The first day includes: history of Part C of IDEA (Early On); the philosophy behind Early On; the IFSP process: timelines, eligibility, referral, evaluation, outcomes, early intervention services, and service coordination. Day 2 will focus on procedural safeguards, how they impact the Early On process, and the "Dance of Partnership". Persons registering for the Institute must register for... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

University of Michigan School of Education Presents: Assessment, Intervention and Inclusive Practice for:Children with Nonverbal Learning Disability & Children with Autism -- Intended Audience is for Students, Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physicians and anyone who would like to learn more about the topics of this conference. The speakers will be focusing their presentations on children ages birth to nine years. For questions r... More

Lunch will NOT be served. Boyd's Auditorium is on the 2nd floor to the left of the elevator or the stairs. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation.The DECA I/T Program has several components. On day one of DECA-I/T ... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Horizons Developmental Remediation Center Presents: Extreme Makeover: Autism Education Edition -- Put together the soaring increase in students diagnosed with autism and related impairments, a group of dedicated educators seeking solutions to the challenges they face daily, a team of been-in-the-trenches experts, three days of amazing content and hands-on experience, and what do you get? Are you looking for THE workshop that will change the way you understand and teach students wit... More

This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

Understanding State Guidelines and Quality Standards for Programs Serving Children from Birth to Age 5 -- This presentation will consist of an overview of the Michigan Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Prekindergarten and Infant & Toddler Programs. Practical classroom activities will be included. Click Here to download the information flyer and registration form

A.T.Still University and the National Center for Hearing Assessment and Management (NCHAM) Presents: Diagnostics and Amplification for Infants and Toddlers (CAPS) -- This training combines on-line preparation with a four day session emphasizing clinical procedures and hands-on practicum. For questions regarding registration, please contact:Dr. Les Schmeltz at 480-219-6121 orEmail: lschmeltz@atsu.edu Click Here to download the information flyer and registration form

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

Diversity and the Young Child -- These two days will focus on relevant practices that support diverse cultures and learners in programs for children birth-five years of age. Participants will learn about theories and strategies to help children, families and teachers understand and work towards a supportive and positive climate for all culture and learning styles. Click Here to download the information flyer and registration form

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

The Cultural Competency series is grounded in an underlying principle that diversity is not simply a process of learning about “others,” but that it begins with developing an understanding of one's own cultural identity, beliefs, biases, worldviews and attitudes about differences. These learning opportunities provide a framework for an individual to define cultural competency within the context of their environment and to assess cultural competency at four levels (personal, interpersonal, instit... More

This training is geared for users of the IDA. This is a refresher course that looks at the process of the IDA, application, scoring, interpretation and other questions and issues that arise during the use of the IDA. Participants are to bring their questions and concerns. Review of individual items and presentation will be addressed. This training is recommended for professionals who have worked with the IDA for one or more years.

The Intentional Teacher -- This workshop will provide participants with a framework for assessing the experiences of young children in their programs. There is a middle ground between adult directed and child initiated learning experiences for preschool children. Strategies to support teachers in developing appropriate activities and to support their thoughtful and intentional use will be a focus. Click Here to download the information flyer and registration form

Oakland Schools Presents: Functional Goals and Outcomes for Young Children with Special Needs Robin McWilliam, Ph.D. Robin McWilliam, Ph.D. is one of the nation's leading researchers in early intervention and early childhood special education (EI/ECSE). He is currently the director of the Siskin Center for Child and Family Research in Tennessee, and a professor at the University of Tennessee. He is the past president of the Division for Research of the Council for Exceptional Children; ... More

This training addresses the Procedural Safeguards required in Early On which pertain to the protection of the rights of the child and family throughout the IFSP process. These areas include: child and family records notice of referral prior notice informed consent disposition/transfer of records resolution of disagreements SB-CEUs: pending approval

The Wedgwood Institute Presents: Trauma And Children With Sexual Behavior Problems Presenter is: Ron Grooters, LMSW, ACSW -- This workshop will focus on understanding the connections between children and adolescents with sexual behavior problems and histories of trauma. Does a traumatic history of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or domestic violence increase the potential for sexual acting out in children? Why do kids act out sexually? Is there a diff erence in the re... More

This training is for Ingham County participants only. Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation.The DECA I/T Program has several components. On day one of DECA-I/T Program training, participa... More

It Takes a Team: Healing the Broken Hearts of Children -- Click Here to download the information flyer and registration form

This Review of the IFSP/IEP form Is For Mason-Lake and Oceana ISD Only This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

System Update Agenda Fall 2009 Registration; Continental breakfast; Networking Welcome, introductions and overview; ~Carol Spaman -Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance State's Early On^® system updates; Compliance Status and Inprovement Planning ~Vanessa Winborne -Part C Coordinator MDE ~Lisa Wasacz -Consultant MDE Focus on Family Outcomes; Highlights of Survey & Activity ~Carol Spaman ARRA; Early Learning System ~Vanessa W... More

MIAEYC 2010 Early Childhood Conference Presents: The 2010 Early Childhood Conference offers three general sessions, full-day focus sessions and over 150 workshops covering an extensive range of issues and topics in administration and staffing, advocacy and public policy, assessment, child development, curriculum, discipline and guidance, infants and toddlers, inclusion and special needs, parents and families, and professional development. For questions regarding registration, pleas... More

This Review of the IFSP/IEP Form Training Is For Jackson ISD Early On Staff Only This training is for service coordinators and providers that intend to use the new state IFSP/IEP. It will highlight rationale for the new components of the IFSP/IEP, including the importance of obtaining consistent data for state and federal reporting purposes. Participants will learn how to complete the document accurately and how doing so will assist service areas in moving towards compliance.

System Update Agenda Fall 2009 Registration; Continental breakfast; Networking Welcome, introductions and overview; ~Carol Spaman -Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance State's Early On^® system updates; Compliance Status and Inprovement Planning ~Vanessa Winborne -Part C Coordinator MDE ~Lisa Wasacz -Consultant MDE Focus on Family Outcomes; Highlights of Survey & Activity ~Carol Spaman ARRA; Early Learning System ~Vanessa W... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation. In this one day training participants will: Learn about resilience theory and protective factors central to supporting infant and toddler resi... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation. In this one day training participants will: Learn about resilience theory and protective factors central to supporting infant and toddler resi... More

Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health Clinical Retreat Presents: MOVING FROM THE HEART: Bringing the Head and Body Together Relax and reflect with colleagues who share your commitment to infants, young children and families. Bill Schafer and Alice Mixer will offer a unique and challenging intensive experience, "Right from the Heart," inviting you to think more deeply about the work that you do and about yourselves. Click Here to download the information flyer and registrat... More

Strengthening the Parent-Professional Partnership This workshop is for professionals and parents of children with special needs. It is designed to assist participants to better understand the challenges to forming and maintaining partnerships. Ms. Fialka explores the unique dimensions which complicate this working relationship from both the parent and professional perspectives. She addresses such questions as: Can there truly be a partnership? What does each partner bring to this alliance? Ho... More

WAYNE COUNTY only These trainings are provided at no cost.Coffee will be available in morning. Participants will need to provide their own refreshments and lunch............. Participants may choose to bring their own lunch or go to nearby fast food restaurants during the short recess for lunch. Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen ... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

This online training is offered through Blackboard. After you are registered and a few days prior to the start date of the training, you will receive an email message with further instructions and information, including a username and password. Once you receive the log in information, the training is available to you at any time of the day. You may complete the assignments at your own pace, logging in and out at as many times as necessary to complete the course. If you would like to register fo... More

System Update Agenda Fall 2009 Registration; Continental breakfast; Networking Welcome, introductions and overview; ~Carol Spaman -Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance State's Early On^® system updates; Compliance Status and Improvement Planning ~Vanessa Winborne -Part C Coordinator MDE ~Lisa Wasacz -Consultant MDE Focus on Family Outcomes; Highlights of Survey & Activity ~Carol Spaman ARRA; Early Learning System ~Vanessa W... More

WAYNE COUNTY only These trainings are provided at no cost.Coffee will be available in morning. Participants will need to provide their own refreshments and lunch............. Participants may choose to bring their own lunch or go to nearby fast food restaurants during the short recess for lunch. Beginning in 2003, Early On purchased both hearing and vision screening equipment, which was distributed to local service areas. The equipment is intended to help Early On service areas screen ... More

The IDA is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered, infant-toddler evaluation process, which may be used to determine eligibility for Early On^®. The IDA is for professionals from various disciplines who are responsible for assessing the development of infants and toddlers. The IDA Training is offered in a 3-day series. A letter of support must be signed and received prior to the day of this class(or during sign-in). This document can be obtained by clicking here ... More

System Update Agenda Fall 2009 Registration; Continental breakfast; Networking Welcome, introductions and overview; ~Carol Spaman -Early On^® Training and Technical Assistance State's Early On^® system updates; Compliance Status and Improvement Planning ~Vanessa Winborne -Part C Coordinator MDE ~Lisa Wasacz -Consultant MDE Focus on Family Outcomes; Highlights of Survey & Activity ~Carol Spaman ARRA; Early Learning System ~Vanessa W... More

This System Update is a computer-based event, with a PowerPoint Presentation. Webinar Connection: For quick access, starting 10 minutes before the webinar go to https://www.spiderphone.com/16716101 (This link will help connect both your browser and telephone to the call) OR dial 1 (888) 550-5602 and enter 1671 6101This information and the purple register button below are for participants who plan to attend via webinar. System Update Agenda Fall 2009 Welcome, introductions and o... More

Lunch will NOT be served. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Program is a strength-based system designed to promote the protective factors central to social and emotional health and resilience in our youngest children. These protective factors are Initiative, Attachment/Relationships and Self-regulation. In this one day training participants will: Learn about resilience theory and protective factors central to supporting infant and toddler resi... More

The Wedgwood Institute Presents: The Science Of Love: Understanding Secure, Insecure, And Disordered Attachments Presenter is: Joseph Kohley, LMSW This session is an introduction to Attachment, a generalized theory of love. For questions regarding registration, please contact:Vito Lentini at (616) 831-5642 orEmail: vitol@wedgwood.org Click Here to download the information flyer and registration form