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Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Work-Based Learning - More than just passing classes and graduating from high school, education leads students to the ultimate goal of employment and integration into their communities. What activities or programs does your school have to support career awareness, exploration, preparation, and training for students with disabilities? During this self-paced course for educators, our experts will give an overview of work-based learning, its importance, and some...
Description: Register for the Parent Playbook - This training is a self-paced online course. The course is provided as a collaboration between the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Autism Center for Excellence (ACE) and the Virginia Autism Council. To participate, you need a computer with (preferably high-speed) internet access, Adobe Flash Player software within your browser, and a sound card with speakers in order to listen to the lectures (full text transcripts are provided for all lectures and...
Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Preparing the Child with ASD for the Early Childhood-to-Kindergarten Transition - Transitioning from early childhood programs to kindergarten involves a lot of moving parts for all young children. However, transitioning from the preschool to kindergarten classroom for the child with ASD can be especially tricky. This process involves the child, their family, the preschool teacher, the receiving kindergarten teacher, and a multitude of other people including...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for Independent Living - Life after high school: do you see yourself living on your own or with a roommate? Will you drive or use public transportation? What about making new friends or managing your health? Maybe you think you still have a long time to think these things through, but it takes time to build independent living skills. In this course, we'll cover what independent living skills are, why these skills are important, and what...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for College - Continuing your education in college offers many opportunities, but it requires planning to be successful. In this course, we'll provide the knowledge and resources you need and outline simple steps you can take to get ready for college. Did you know that accessing accommodations in college is different from high school? With our guidance, you will be well prepared to advocate for the services you need in the next phase of...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for Your Career - Entering the workforce takes careful planning and involves matching your strengths with the skills employers want. In this course, we will guide you step-by-step as you explore careers and continue your career planning process. We’ll show you how to discover your potential path and share your career goals with educators, family members, and service providers. We'll cover different career topics, including...
Description: The Youth Empowerment Transition (YET) Council is for Virginia youth with disabilities, ages 14-26, interested in: Building self-advocacy skills Giving input and advising PEATC on issues that involve youth Creating new friendships Learning to be an active member in their school and community Developing leadership skills Interested? Complete the Interest Form here! Meetings are held on Zoom monthly (every second Monday unless otherwise...
Description: Register for Pathways to Employment and Independent Living - Competitive Integrated Employment helps youth with disabilities build independence, gain job skills, and become active members of their community. Join us for this free, live webinar to learn how youth can work in the community, earn minimum wage or higher, and build a future after high school. Even students with significant disabilities can succeed at work with the right supports.This session will cover the benefits of...
Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Fundamentals of Transition Planning - In this self-paced course, you will gain essential knowledge, skills, and tools to craft meaningful transition plans that pave the way for positive post-school outcomes for students with disabilities. Our experts will provide a practical overview of transition planning. We will also delve into the practical aspects of the process, offering insights on assessment, the art of composing postsecondary and annual goals, and...
Description: Self-Paced Course: Think Like a Behaviorist: Behavior 101 is designed to address common misperceptions about behavior and children with ASD. Participants will learn about the importance of understanding behavior, the functions of behavior, the basic principles of ABA, common myths about ABA, and the ABCs (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence). Learn how to think like a behaviorist in this first part of a series on behavior 101. This course is designed for any professional who supports young...
Date(s):
5/1/2026 - 6/5/2026
Description: Registration- Early Childhood Academy Spring 2026In honor of Early Intervention Awareness Month, we’re excited to share a powerful learning opportunity for families of young children with disabilities and developmental delays. The Early Childhood Academy is a FREE, self-paced 5-week online course designed to help families strengthen early learning at home and prepare their children for kindergarten and beyond. Topics include: Parents as first teachers Inclusive early learning experiences...
Date(s):
5/14/2026 8:00 AM ET - 5/14/2026 12:00 PM ET, 7/13/2026 8:00 AM ET - 5/13/2026 3:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the Parent Institute - Are you a parent of a child with disabilities who is new to special education services in Virginia? Apply today for our in-person, two-day Parent Institute training! This program is an essential first step in navigating the complicated special education system with confidence. You’ll gain valuable insights into the special education process, discover a wealth of resources, and connect with other parents on the same journey. Participants will need to...
Date(s):
5/29/2026 9:00 AM ET - 5/29/2026 1:00 PM ET, 5/30/2026 10:00 AM ET - 5/30/2026 2:00 PM ET, 5/30/2026 10:00 AM ET - 5/30/2026 1:00 PM ET, 6/6/2026 9:00 AM ET - 6/6/2026 4:00 PM ET, 6/6/2026 10:00 AM ET - 6/6/2026 3:00 PM ET, 6/6/2026 10:00 AM ET - 6/6/2026 2:30 PM ET
Description: Our team is always on-the-go & ready to connect with you! Find us at these upcoming events for free resources and answers to your questions. Friday, May 29 (9:00 am – 1:00 pm): Holler To Horizon Resource Fair & Kid's DayLeeman Field - 335 Fairground Rd, Pennington Gap, VA 24277Saturday, May 30 (10:00 AAM - 2:00 PM): NWS Yorktown STEM FestNWS Yorktown Youth Center - 2101 Von Steuben Drive, Newport News, VA 23603Saturday, May 30 (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM): NAMI Roanoke Valley...
Date(s):
6/1/2026 - 8/3/2026
Description: Register for the Summer 2026 - Transition University - Join us for this FREE 5-session SELF-PACED online course that focuses on providing parent-friendly information to help make transition planning easier. Transition University is designed for parents/caregivers of elementary, middle, or high school students that receive special education services, and the professionals that support them. The goal is to share factual information on transition services and to help make the...
Date(s):
6/9/2026 12:30 PM ET - 6/9/2026 1:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the PEATC's Connecting the Dots Webinar for an introduction to the New Path Family Support Network, a program of The Arc of Virginia offering caring, family-centered support, information, and connection for parents and caregivers of young children with developmental delays, disabilities, or those who may need extra support.
Date(s):
6/15/2026 - 6/19/2026
Description: Register for the for Charlottesville’s first ICan Bike Camp! ICan Bike uses a fleet of specialized bicycles and expert instruction to teach youth and adults with disabilities to ride two-wheeled bicycles! Send us an email or give us a call to see if this camp is a good fit for you. Our team is looking for sponsors, donors, riders and volunteers! Check out the flyer for more information!
Date(s):
7/27/2026 8:00 AM ET - 7/27/2026 4:00 PM ET, 7/28/2026 8:00 AM ET - 7/28/2026 4:00 PM ET, 7/29/2026 8:00 AM ET - 7/29/2026 4:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the Parents as Collaborative Leaders Training (PACL) - Ready to take your Special Education knowledge to the next level? If you live in Virginia, have a child currently enrolled in Virginia's public school system with an active IEP, and have been involved in the special education process for at least 3 years -OR- if you're a graduate of PEATC's Parent Institute, you're eligible to apply for our Parents as Collaborative Leaders (PACL) training! Visit our website...