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Nationwide, more than 6.5 million infants, toddlers, and youth are eligible for early intervention, special education, and related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. WestEd works with educators, policymakers, and service providers to build state and local capacity to improve outcomes for individuals with disabilities and their families.
Our staff provide technical assistance to state departments of education and professional development for early intervention and district personnel, conduct rigorous research and program evaluation, and develop resources. To learn more about special education and early intervention at WestEd, please download our brochure.
Leadership Academy for Experienced Special Education Administrators
Develop and enhance your leadership skills, leading to positive educational outcomes for students with disabilities and their families.
Program Improvement Planning Institutes to Meet the Needs of Students With Disabilities Under NCLB
This institute helps schools and districts analyze and strengthen their practices for addressing the needs of students with disabilities.
School Site Team Collaboration for Inclusive Education
This institute helps schools and districts analyze and strengthen their practices for inclusive education.
Team-Based Decision-Making Seminars
Our facilitators use a relationship-based, problem-solving framework to help programs, teams, and communities work together to meet the needs of all children and families.
Technology and Access for Students with Disabilities
Learn more about technology access, professional development, support, and policies related to the assistive technology required by students with disabilities.
Technology for Diverse Learners
You will learn easily available options that increase learning and help schools meet students' diverse needs in this workshop series.