Promoting lifelong learning and engagement.
We offer interdisciplinary pre-service training through the UIC Department of Disability and Human Development undergraduate graduate and certificate programs, internships and the Illinois LEND Program. We also offer continuing education for professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills related to disability. Our community education events are perfect for individuals interested in learning more about disability.
Two ways IDHD trains
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Interdisciplinary academic training
The majority of our interdisciplinary pre-service training activities are offered through UIC DHD academic programs. We also reach students from other disciplines through internships and the Illinois Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities training program. -
Continuing ed and community training
We offer continuing education opportunities through our Assistive Technology Certificate and Disabilities Ethics Certificate programs many of which provide continuing education units to professionals.
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Request an in-service training
We offer agencies and organizations in-service training/workshop on developmental disability related topics including developmental disability across lifespan, disability and aging, sexuality and disability, behavior management, disability and health, health promotion, advocacy, transition plan, and future planning etc. If you are interested to have us to provide training, please click on the box below to fill out a request form.