The ECTA Center supports state Part C and Section 619 programs in developing high-quality early intervention and preschool special education service systems, increasing local implementation of evidence-based practices, and enhancing outcomes for young children with disabilities and their families.
We are a national technical assistance center focused on building state and local system capacity to improve outcomes for children with disabilities and their families. ECTA Center is funded by a cooperative agreement with the Department of Educations Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP).
Our goals:
Increase National Awareness
Increase awareness and recognition at the national level of how IDEA Part C and Section 619 can be intentionally included within broader early childhood initiatives.
Build State Leadership Capability
Build the knowledge and skills of state IDEA Part C and Section 619 Coordinators to implement high quality state systems.
Increase Program Capacity
Increase capacity of Part C and Section 619 programs to implement systems change efforts, improve and sustain state systems, and increase access to, and participation in, high-quality, inclusive programs for young children with disabilities.
Improve Practices
Improve the implementation of effective services and evidence-based interventions, including DEC Recommended Practices, in inclusive settings.
What we do
We provide technical assistance to state Part C and Section 619 programs, including:
We offer a variety of technical assistance activities and supports including conferences, peer learning communities, products, and individualized TA.
