September 2 – October 21, 2026
Wednesdays 12:00-1:00pm ET
This 8-week virtual course offers foundational knowledge and guiding frameworks to help clinicians and therapists support people with IDD in their practice. Using lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, and experiential activities like expressive writing and role-playing, the course emphasizes values-driven care and clinical adaptability and creativity. Each session is 60 minutes and held live on the Zoom platform. There are no prerequisites for registration.
Registration is $229 per person. Participants who engage in all eight sessions have the opportunity to earn a Certificate of Completion with UNH contact hours and Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Additional CEs may be available for $55. See the Continuing Education page for additional information.
This course is part of the IDD-MH Professional Development Series hosted by the National Center for START Services®. This series is offered twice a year in the fall and spring. This course is open to all. Previous experience with START is not required.
Registration must be completed before the course begins on September 2. Participants are expected to attend all eight sessions.
