They have a lending library of audio and videocassettes and other materials. The state s university system has provided distance learning on specific topics related to early intervention. There is no formal statewide needs assessment. Plans for technical assistance are based on individual TA requests, on areas that the Lead Agency feels needs clarification, and on results of monitoring visits. The Lead Agency maintains a master calendar of training events on specific topics.
Clients register for the events up to the number that can be accommodated at the training facility.
Federal funding sources for the technical assistance system include Part C, Medicaid, and Title V through the Department of Health. Sherrill Archer, Part C Coordinator has direct oversight responsibility for all TA activities. Developmental training modules have been developed for every training. Evaluation results are used to tailor future training and are reviewed by the director of the early intervention program. A log is kept of a random sample of TA provided by telephone.