University of Connecticut Center of Excellence on Developmental Disabilities
The University of Connecticut Center of Excellence on Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) is a hub for education, research, and service in the field of developmental disabilities. Led by Mary Beth Bruder, PhD, the UCEDD focuses on connecting research to practice, serving as a knowledge broker between the university and the community. Their core functions include interdisciplinary training, impact on individuals with developmental disabilities, community service, research, and dissemination. The UCEDD in Connecticut emphasizes areas such as early childhood intervention, post-secondary education, health promotion, and leadership for quality of life. Through projects like Think College, Customized Employment, and the Leadership Academy, they strive to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.
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University of Connecticut Center of Excellence On Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service UconnUcedd.org Mary Beth Bruder, PhD Bruder@uchc.edu
UCEDDs: Connecting Research to Practice A Knowledge Broker Between the University and Community
The Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act Defines Disability: a substantial developmental delay or specific congenital or acquired condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental disabilities if services are not provided
The Core Functions The Core Functions are the Building Blocks of the UCEDD Interdisciplinary Training Impact on People with DD Community Service Research Dissemination
Areas of Emphasis (DD Act) in CT Early Childhood Intervention Schools and Post Secondary Education Health Promotion Leadership for Quality of Life
Example Projects and Activities Schools and Post Secondary: Think College; Customized Employment; Life Course Training for Families Health Promotion: Disability; Special Olympics Research Committee Medical Students; Graduate Certificate in PH and Leadership: Alliance; People First; Emergency Preparedness Tool Kit LEND; Partners in Policy Making; Cross Disciplinary
Early Intervention Preservice EISP Interdisciplinary Masters Program in Infants and Young Children with ASD PhD Consortium in High Needs Infants and Young Children LEND
Early Intervention Other Learning Opportunities Leadership Academy Act Early, Know the Signs Community of Practice/Pyramid and Families Topic Specific Workshops, Institutes and Professional Learning Communities
Topics: (Covid and Beyond) Assessment and Ongoing Progress Monitoring Learning Opportunities and Adaptations, Modifications and Strategies for Children and their Families Teaming Across Disciplines for Interventions and Consultation Listening and Responding to Families Service Coordination Families with Multiple Priorities Hard to Reach Families Providing Performance Feedback to Families and Others
Early Childhood Personnel Center Early Childhood Personnel Center to facilitate the implementation of comprehensivesystems of personnel development (CSPD) for all disciplines serving infants and young children with disabilities and their families
Theory of Action More EC leaders and practitioners have the requisite knowledge and skills. Improved effectiveness of EI, ECSE, and EC services and supports Improved outcomes for children and families States have high quality CSPD
YOU! YOU! Personnel Can Have a Powerful Impact.... Or Not ECPCTA.ORG
