The two endorsement programs are described below. Licensure Program provides intensive preservice training for interventionists who are interested in working with children ages birth to eight who have disabilities or delays, or who are at risk for developing disabilities or delays. In addition to course work, students complete a set of competencies which reflect best practices in the field and are based on recommendations from professional organizations such as the Division of Early Childhood, Council for Exceptional Children. Instruction Courses in the Early Intervention Program are taught by College of Education faculty and the Early Intervention Program faculty and staff. Supervision Supervision is conducted by qualified staff under the guidance of program faculty.
Supervisors meet regularly with students to observe their performance in practica settings.
Supervisors also meet as a group to assess student progress, discuss issues or difficulties experienced in practice, and plan for orientation, practicum placements, and student evaluations. Student evaluation of supervisors indicate a high level of satisfaction with the supervision model and with supervisors. The Early Intervention Program conducts extensive evaluation of its course work, faculty, supervision, cooperating professionals, and field work sites. In addition, the university conducts an evaluation of all courses. Course evaluations by the University and Early Intervention Program indicate high satisfaction with courses and instructors.