This grant is designed to help prepare more qualified professionals to work with children with disabilities, from infants to young adults. It aims to address the shortage of trained personnel in special education and early intervention by funding programs that use proven methods to train individuals at various educational levels.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations or institutions that can prepare individuals to work with children with disabilities. This includes training at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, as well as certifications. The goal is to increase the number of qualified personnel in special education, early intervention, and related services.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to follow the 2025 Common Instructions for Applicants
- Not using evidence-based strategies
- Proposing a budget exceeding $350,000
- Not focusing on special education or early intervention
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
What You May Need
- Completed application form
- Evidence-based training program outline
- Budget proposal
- Proof of eligibility
- Compliance with 2025 Common Instructions
- Organizational background and experience
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Documentation of past successes in similar programs
- Staff qualifications and resumes
- Plan for evaluating program effectiveness
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with the 2025 Common Instructions
- Focus on evidence-based practices
- Stay within the $350,000 budget limit
- Clearly demonstrate how the program addresses personnel shortages
- Be prepared to evaluate and report on program outcomes
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The eligibility for this grant is unrestricted, meaning any organization or institution capable of preparing personnel in special education, early intervention, and related services can apply. This includes universities, colleges, and other educational institutions that can train individuals at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, as well as provide certifications.
Overview
This grant is for organizations or institutions that can prepare individuals to work with children with disabilities. This includes training at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, as well as certifications. The goal is to increase the number of qualified personnel in special education, early intervention, and related services.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to follow the 2025 Common Instructions for Applicants
- Not using evidence-based strategies
- Proposing a budget exceeding $350,000
- Not focusing on special education or early intervention
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement training programs for special education personnel. This includes curriculum development, hiring qualified instructors, and providing scholarships or financial support to trainees. The focus should be on evidence-based practices that enhance the skills needed to support children with disabilities.
Total Program Funding
$8,750,000
Expected Awards
35
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 13, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 2, 2026(4 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 6, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Review the 2025 Common Instructions for Applicants
- Develop a detailed training program using evidence-based strategies
- Prepare a budget proposal not exceeding $350,000
- Gather organizational documents and proof of eligibility
- Draft a plan for program evaluation and outcomes measurement
- Compile staff resumes and qualifications
- Secure letters of support or partnership agreements
- Ensure all application materials are complete and submitted by July 2, 2026