Formal affiliations exist with ten colleges and universities, representing 17 academic departments and training programs. Through clinical services, didactic seminars, and community experiences, interdisciplinary trainees are prepared to assume leadership roles in the design, implementation, and delivery of supports for persons with disabilities in inclusive communities. Institute staff serve as faculty of the Graduate College of Education at the University of Massachusetts Boston, and provide instruction in supported employment, inclusive education, transition from school to adult life, orientation and mobility, and rehabilitation. Referrals are received from schools, families, physicians, and community programs. ICI staff provide diagnostic studies, child evaluations, planning services for education and therapy, and family support in an interdisciplinary setting.
Consultation is also available for adults with developmental disabilities.
Employment A variety of integrated employment services assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining employment. Person centered planning is utilized to identify consumer preferences. Staff provide individualized job development and on-site supports to create the best job match for both the person with a disability and the employer. Assistive technology refers to tools and strategies used to modify activities and environments so that all people can participate fully in their schools and communities. This information is available in audio tape, large print, disk, Braille, and Spanish.