This webinar will summarize precursor legislation to IDEA and describe components of IDEA Part C and their impact on physical therapy. The presentation will review how eligibility is determined for IDEA Part C and provide a brief overview of the IFSP process. Finally, the presentation will provide an introduction to physical therapy services are provided for children and families under Part C of IDEA.

Learning Objectives:

• Summarize the legislation and the laws that were precursors to IDEA. 
• Describe the components of IDEA Part C and their impact on physical therapy. 
• Explain how eligibility is determined under IDEA Part C.
• Describe the IFSP process and its importance for delivery of family centered care under IDEA Part C.
• Describe how physical therapy services are provided under Part C of IDEA.  

This webinar will present an overview of the assessment and IFSP development process with a focus on consideration of the impact of teleintervention, teaming, and natural environments. Learners will gain knowledge about how to apply family-centered practices to perform strengths-based assessments in support of IFSP development. The process of creating child and family outcomes that emphasize strengths and promote caregiver engagement will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives:

• Consider the impact of teleintervention, teaming, and natural environments on assessment of infants and young children.
• Apply family-centered practices to perform strengths-based assessments in support of IFSP development.
• Create child and family outcomes that emphasize strengths and promote caregiver engagement in the early intervention process.

This session will describe components of natural learning environment practices with a focus on the impact of family-centered practices on child learning and development. The presentation will help attendees learn to develop strategies for supporting children and families in a variety of contexts and situations. The session will also provide discussion of the application of principles of natural learning environment practices to clinical practice.

Learning Objectives:

• List components of natural learning environment practices
• Discuss the impact of family-centered practices on child learning and development
• Develop strategies for supporting children and families in a variety of contexts and situations
• Apply principles of natural learning environment practices and relational helpgiving to clinical practice

This webinar will describe the key members of the early intervention team and the important role that each member plays. The session will present strategies for clear communication in team meetings and will analyze factors that contribute to successful collaboration during early intervention visits. Strategies for effective shared treatment sessions and a coaching approach will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify key members of the early intervention team
• Develop strategies for clear communication in team meetings
• Analyze factors that contribute to successful collaboration during early intervention visits
• Discuss strategies for shared treatment sessions in early intervention

This session will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of planning for successful transitions across the early childhood continuum—from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to Early Intervention (Part C), and ultimately to school-based (Part B) services. Presenters will describe key processes that promote continuity of care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and proactive transition planning at each stage. The session will emphasize the importance of recognizing and incorporating family priorities and feedback to ensure that transitions are responsive, family-centered, and developmentally appropriate.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the process of planning for a “successful” transition from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to early intervention (EI)/Part C to school based/Part B services 
• Reference evidence-based resources to assist NICU, EI and school-based teams with developing a plan of care before, during and after transitions
• Recognize family priorities and feedback regarding the transition process.