The authors describe a professional training program in the field of Early Intervention for Master's level students, at Wheelock College, Boston, MA. Specific roles and competencies are discussed in the context of the rationale for their selection as a focus for training in Early Intervention. An overview of core-curriculum is provided along with a discussion of some critical training and direct service delivery issues.
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