However, TA related to early intervention is also provided by other partner agencies and funded by other sources. Beverly MacCarty, Part C Coordinator, has direct oversight responsibility for all TA activities funded or partially funded by Part C funds. Other early childhood providers who do not receive Part C funds are considered to be secondary clients. Families are considered to be direct clients of TA services and TA is provided through the same process that is provided to other client groups.
Distance learning is utilized for some conferences, workshops, and courses.
There is no formal statewide needs assessment for technical assistance. Needs are assessed through the local ICCs, individual TA needs requests, monitoring surveys and focus group discussions. Priorities are set through collaborative efforts between the ICC and staff from the co-lead agencies. There is a master calendar of TA activities for funded TA services. All TA activities are coordinated to include multiple clients as relevant.