VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT COLLEGE CREDITS:
A new EPS Subsidized College Coursework application is a NEW requirement for Educators wishing to enroll/register for an EPS College course. We partner with Fisher College to offer coursework at a cost to the educator of $50.00. The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) has prioritized Degree Attainment for Educators in the Commonwealth. In support of the priority, the EPS grant subsidizes college course work that is intentional and supports
Our college offering will be posted on our website (www.cdedu.us/SEEPP). To ensure that all educators enrolling in one of the EPS courses meet the intent of the grant, all interested Educators MUST complete the application that will be linked to each flyer. Upon review of the application, Educators will be required speak with our Career Advisor, PRIOR to the application being submitted to the college offering the requested course. At the time of application, educators MUST pay the $50 fee for the course or the application will not be proceed. This fee will be reimbursed should SEEPP or the college not admit the Educator.
Priority will be given to educators that are currently working in one of the EPS Region 5 towns.
You may contact us with any questions at 774-273-1773 as we work to implement this new process. While change is often a bit confusing, we are confident this extra step will ensure the requirements of the grant as well as support Educators in meeting their professional development needsMarch 13, 2017 through May 6, 2017
New Bedford meets on Tuesdays
North Attleboro meets on Wednesdays
Brockton meets on Thursdays
From 6:30PM-9:00PM
Fisher College
All Fisher College courses are Web-Hybrid models and will be available at three site locations: New Bedford, North Attleboro and Brockton
Cost: $50.00 plus the cost of the book
Application will not be processed until payment has been received.
Application priority will be given to educators working in EPS Region 5 towns.
Southeast Education Professionals Partnership
seepp@cdedu.us
774-273-1773
Course Description: This course will provide an introduction to the Early Intervention (EI) program currently available to all children who meet criteria between ages 0-3. Students will learn about the history of the EI in the Unites States, the components of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), and the interdisciplinary approach to assessment and treatment. The importance of understanding and working within the family system from a culturally competent context will be emphasized.
Course Objectives:
1. Describe the historical development of early intervention including policies and laws that relate to services for children 0-3.
2. Demonstrate the ability to implement the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
3. Explain the importance of cultural context and the impact of culture on family systems.
4. Summarize the interdisciplinary approach to early intervention.
5. Describe both informal and formal assessments necessary for inclusion in early intervention.
6. Evaluate theoretical frameworks of child development and family systems.
7. Categorize infant and toddler developmental delays, specifically with regards to early intervention.
More Information:
College Credit: 3 Credits
QRIS Standard : QRIS Standard Alignment: Standard 3: Workforce Qualifications and Professional Development
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register online at www.cdedu.us/SEEPP