Ongoing, online training regarding Hearing Loss and Early Intervention

1. Watch the Video.
   This 20-minute online presentation provides basic information about the different types of hearing loss, the impact of hearing loss on development, early intervention services, amplification options, communication modalities, and when to refer for audiological testing.
2. Take the 6-question Quiz
3. Receive EI credit and a certificate of completion.
Complete the quiz and email it to Joe Vieira
Pass the quiz with an 83% or better
Receive .25 credits in the area of Atypical Development and .25 credits in the area of Intervention and a Certificate of Completion via email within two weeks

General Flyer

March 7, 2019 in Rockford, IL 9AM-3PM       Register

March 8, 2019 in Peoria, IL 9AM-3PM       Register

April 11, 2019 in Mt. Vernon, IL 9AM-3PM       Register

Annual Conferences for Parents of Children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. These conferences are geared toward parents of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing as well as the professional working with these children. The best part, they are completely FREE. They are held at select locations (see below) from 8:30am – 4:00 pm.

This year’s topics include:

• Siblings: All About Siblings
• Transition After High School: What’s Next?
• Accommodations and Modifications in the School Setting
• Educating the Whole Child: A Parents’ Perspective

To register for the conference that is closest to you please click on the registration link below.

South of Seventy: Marion February 23, 2019:     Registration
North of Eighty: Wheeling, March 9, 2019:     Registration
South of Eighty: Springfield, April 27, 2019:     Registration
ALL NEW LOCATION!! Chicago: Near Midway, May 11, 2019:     Registration

If you have questions or wish to receive a paper copy of the registration form you can contact us at desa.johnson@illinois.gov .

ITDHH Pre-Conference:
Register today for the ITDHH Early Intervention Pre-Conference – Thursday, February 28, 2019.

Pre-Conference Information:

• Location – Chicago Marriott, Naperville
• Registration – 8:30 am – 9:00 am
• Conference – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
• EHDI Day Luncheon (information coming soon) – 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

2019 Pre-Conference Topics:

• Frequency, Intensity, Duration, OH MY!
• Finding the Golden Ticket – Strategy Sharing Session
• Going for Team Gold: Collaborative IFSP Teams

Registration

Register   Parent Release   Flyer:  English  
June 30, 2018   Bensenville, IL
July 14, 2018   Normal, IL

Save the Date for BRIDGES 2019
June 27 – 28, 2019
Bloomington, IL
Check back for more information

IDEA and Advocacy Training in Wood Dale, IL October 13th OR October 16th:     Registration   Flyer    Español

Check back soon for more training opportunities.

If you are interested in hosting one of these trainings in your area contact the Outreach office for assistance.