Meeting the Personnel Needs of PL 99-457 A Model

Abstract

The current demand for personnel to provide early intervention services under PL 99-457 far exceeds the supply. Furthermore, most colleges and universities are not prepared to develop the necessary curriculum to begin the training of infant specialists. In an attempt to ameloriate this situation, the University of Connecticut has offered a unique preservice graduate training opportunity for infant specialists. The program structure, content, and outcomes from the past 2 years are presented as a model for other institutions of higher education.