FY27 480-30-3715 Special Education-Grants for Infants and Families - Early Intervention - Training Program

The State of Illinois, Illinois Department of Early Childhood, is awarding a grant for the establishment and operation of an Early Intervention (EI) Training Program. The program aims to provide pre-service and in-service training for providers serving children in the EI Program. The grant will help ensure that the Illinois EI Program meets Federal rule requirements for a comprehensive system of personnel development. The key aspects of the program include: • Training personnel to implement innovative strategies and activities for the recruitment and retention of EI Providers • Promoting the preparation of EI Providers who are fully and appropriately qualified to provide EI services • Training personnel to coordinate transition services for infants and toddlers with developmental disabilities or delays The grant is available for continuation applications only, and applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria, including having a current SAM.gov account, FEIN, and being in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State.