Child Outcomes
Child Outcomes Step-by-Step
This video describes and illustrates the three child outcomes adopted by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and reported on by all state early intervention (Part C) and preschool special education (Part B/619) programs as part of their Annual Performance Report (APR).
Outcomes for Children Served through IDEA’s Early Childhood Programs
Child outcomes for Federal Fiscal Year 2014 are reported by the Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center.
The Early Learning Guidelines for Children Birth to Age 3
Click here for a good resource on normal development for both EI families and professionals.
EI – A Guide for Families
Do you wonder if your child’s development is on target for her age? Most delays are nothing to worry about, but in some young children, delays can signal a special need. This guide is written for families with questions about their infant or toddler’s development.
EI – Extended Services for Families
EI – Extended Services for CFC and Providers
Family Outcomes Survey
Family Outcomes Survey is an infographic highlighting updates and the roles of Service Coordinators and providers regarding this important data source.
HIPAA Compliance
HIPAA Compliance Document is an infographic describing the two required documents providers need to have.
Inclusion
Understanding Inclusion Modules infographic contains short videos on six topics. This resource is great for families, practitioners, educators, and administrators.
Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation
The Office of Early Childhood Development has developed a resource page for Illinois Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation
Live Video Visits (Telehealth) Resources
The Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse has resources relating to Telehealth.
The Illinois Early Intervention Training Program has resources relating to Telehealth.
Medical Services for Diagnostic and Evaluation Purposes in Early Intervention
Medical Services for Diagnostic and Evaluation Purposes in Early Intervention is a great resource for families to understand about medical services and how to prepare for the visit.
Natural Environments
Early Intervention services are authorized through Part C of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) . Services are to be provided in “natural environments,” which are defined as “settings that are natural or normal for the child’s same age peers who have no disabilities.” Examples of natural environments include, but are not limited to the home, child care centers, parks, shopping areas, and other community locations. The Early Intervention Provider Handbook contains information about natural environments.
The Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse has resources relating to Natural Environments.
The Illinois Early Intervention Training Program has resources relating to Natural Environments.
The Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (NECTAC) https://ectacenter.org has a section devoted laws, regulations, principles, and practices regarding Natural Environments.
New to EI Forum
Individuals new to the early intervention system often have questions to arise. The Early Intervention Training Program offers another level of support: New to EI Forum! On the first Tuesday of each month, from 3-4 pm, new providers will have the opportunity to ask questions about our field and our work. EITP team members and partners will be available to answer your questions and provide clarification, guidance and support as you familiarize yourself with the EI program beyond the Systems Overview.
Overview of the Illinois Early Intervention System
A powerpoint presentation explaining the Illinois Early Intervention System, Lead Agency and Partner Agencies.
Professional Associations
Illinois Developmental Therapy Association
Illinois Occupational Therapy Association
Illinois Physical Therapy Association
Illinois Speech and Hearing Association
Provider Information
- Approved Vendors, a listing of approved livescan fingerprint vendors for background checks.
- Authorization Tips for Providers contains information regarding authorizations for Providers. It also includes a Sample Authorization for reference.
- Documentation Tips, has information regarding documentation.
- E-Fax provides information regarding secure E-Fax providers.
- The Administrative Code EI Rule 500 also needs to be followed.
- Service Coordinator Training Requirements and Opportunities
Quick Links
- EI Central Billing Office
- EI Clearinghouse
- EI Monitoring Program
- EI Training Program
- Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Illinois Department of Human Services
- National Provider Identifier
- State Part C Coordinators
Remote Service Delivery and Distance Learning
The Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center resources related to remote service delivery.
Stress and Trauma in Young Children
The Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse has resources relating to Stress and Trauma.
Transition
Transition Q&A: A summary of questions regarding the Transition Process.
The Illinois Early Intervention Training Program has resources relating to Transition.
The Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse has resources relating to Transition.