Professional Development Opportunities
There is constant change in the field of supporting people with disabilities. Stay ahead in developing your skills and knowledge by obtaining the Basic Certificate in Employment Services (ACRE) or becoming a Certified Employment Support Professional (APSE). Depending on your role, you may be required by the state of Pennsylvania to have one of these in order to render services.
Resources
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- Become a Certified Work Incentive Coordinator
- Become a Certified Workforce Development Professional
- Marc Gold & Associates Certifications (Discovery, Job Development, Systematic Instruction)
- National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Certification
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor CRC Certification
- Learn more about becoming an American Sign Language Interpreter
- Assistive Technology Professional (RESNA)
Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP):
- PaTTAN: Organization that provides professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results
- APSE: Organization that promotes Employment First policies
- ACREDUCATORS National membership organization for trainers & educators in the field of employment for people with disabilities
- LEAD Center: Learn about resources, programs and partnerships that can create an inclusive workforce system
- Be My Eyes: Connect people needing on-the-spot sighted support with volunteers and companies through live video around the world, apps available for IOS and Android
- Mobile Accommodation Solution: Streamline the disability accommodation process for applicants, employers, employees, and service providers.