These resources were gathered to provide I/DD communities with a curated selection of high-quality and up-to-date resources for professional development, staff retention, parent education, and more. These resources were gathered as part of the Workforce Growth Project, a grant generously funded by the Coleman Foundation
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ABA Midwest
ABAMidwest offers board-certified behavior analysts with extensive formal training and experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for those with autism and other intellectual developmental delays. ABA Midwest Education, LTD is dedicated to providing quality individualized services to their patients, families, and professionals.
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Action Behavior Centers
Action Behavior Centers’ leading ABA therapy centers can help your child receive an autism diagnosis with their autism spectrum test. Whether your child with autism needs services in the center, at home, or after school, Action Behavior Centers’ ABA therapists can help your child achieve success on the spectrum.
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Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation invests in people: the people doing the work, close to the issues, and influencing change. The Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center partners with experts like Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management’s Center for Nonprofit Management to offer professional development to social innovators. Opportunities include the Nonprofit Management Essentials Online Program and Executive…
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American Counseling Association
The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional, and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, the ACA is the world’s largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings. This site provides access to a wide range of online courses designed to help…
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Anixter Center
Anixter Center offers various services, including daily support in both individual and group settings through its community mental health services and 40-hour DHS-approved QIDP training facilitated by Anixter Center instructors. Scroll below or use these links to jump to more information on these Anixter Center services. Mental Health Services QIDP Training
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Arc of Illinois
Behavior support services are provided to persons with an assessed need for adaptive skills training.
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Aspire Chicago
Aspire Chicago’s Behavioral Therapy program empowers people with disabilities in their interactions, relationships, and as communicators. Their behavior therapists and board-certified behavior analysts use applied behavior analysis techniques and therapy to help people, their support teams, and their loved ones build skills, create routines, and identify ways to feel more comfortable and be more successful…
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Association for Positive Behavior Support
The Association for Positive Behavior Support is a multidisciplinary organization made up of professionals (teachers, researchers, university professors, and administrators), family members, and consumers who are committed to the application of positive behavior support within the context of the school, family, and community including across systems (e.g., entire schools, organizations), for small groups, and for…
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Autism Support Chicago
Autism Support Chicago is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the children and families served by providing them with tools and techniques to better communicate and learn. Their focus is on increasing your child’s behavior to communicate and decreasing the number of challenging behaviors they face throughout the day. They want to meet your child…
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Behavior Frontiers
Behavior Frontiers is committed to offering gold-standard autism care with highly trained clinicians dedicated to using ABA to create the most effective, individualized programs to enhance the lives of individuals with autism and other special needs. Our mission is to provide each family and child with the highest quality individualized behavioral services possible and to…
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Blue Tower Solutions
Blue Tower Solutions is dedicated to elevating the voices of people with disabilities and striving for equity in services and solutions. Blue Tower Solutions engages individuals, organizations, and systems to create cultures of respect, inclusion, dignity, and equality for people with disabilities. Blue Tower Solutions offers many training topics, including “It Starts with Saying Hi!”…
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CARES® Dementia Care Training
HealthCare Interactive, Inc. offers CARES®, an online dementia care training, certification, and professional credentialing. Developed in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, CARES provides a series of ten online dementia care training programs. Program topics include person-centered care, the basics of Alzheimer’s and Dementia, understanding behavior as communication, pain and how it impacts care, dementia-related behavior,…
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Center for Creative Leadership
The Center for Creative Leadership is a mission-driven organization committed to making the world a better place through more effective leadership. CCL is proud to be recognized as a top-ranked, global nonprofit leadership development provider and a pioneer in international leadership research. Since its founding in 1970, CCL’s mission has been to advance the understanding,…
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Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The mission of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement is to strengthen, promote, and represent nonprofit organizations, empowering them to meet the diverse, changing needs of our communities. The Center for Nonprofit Advancement Training Hub for nonprofits provides practical, on-trend professional development programs designed specifically for board members, executives, staff, and volunteers. Classes, workshops, and seminars…
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Charmm’d Foundation
While The Charmm’d Foundation closed its doors at the end of 2024, they’re still available to assist with your leadership needs. The Charmm’d Foundation’s website offers coaching and facilitation opportunities, trusted community speakers, scholarship opportunities, peer advisory, and more.
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Class Central
The Class Central catalog brings courses from many providers into one place with a catalog of over 100,000 online courses in the online learning-verse. Take courses from Coursera, edX, Udemy, Google, TEDx, and universities worldwide on almost any subject. Class Central’s goal is to make online education work for everyone. Note: Class Central is not…
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Clearbrook
Clearbrook’s Training Department offers DHS-approved QIDP training for other organizations – 40 hours of high-quality curricula related to residential, ICF, and day services QIDPs. Call or email the contact above for information on attending QIDP training.
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ContinuED
Continued offers online continuing education courses for therapists, with enrollment options for individuals or organizations. Membership includes 600 evidence-based on-demand and live webinars for therapists practicing in early childhood, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, social work, speech, and more. AOTA Approved Provider, CE, NBCOT Professional Development Provider
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Council on Quality and Leadership
Since 1969, the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) has been a leader in working with human service organizations and systems to define, measure, and improve the quality of life and quality of services for youth, adults, and older adults with I/DD or psychiatric disabilities. CQL believes that investing in the professional development of employees…
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Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie offers a wide range of in-person and online training and professional development courses. Their mission is to help you develop the skills to become a better, more confident, and more effective version of yourself. Their professional development programs empower you to cultivate leadership abilities, activate your organization, deliver compelling presentations, master powerful people…
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DirectCourse
DirectCourse is an online training curriculum specifically tailored to empower the direct service workforce in their mission to ensure individuals with disabilities lead enriching lives within their communities. Their approach is rooted in long-standing partnerships with field leaders, ensuring every curriculum set is both comprehensive and cohesive.
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Disability Belongs
Disability Belongs™, formerly RespectAbility, is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities and advance policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future. Their mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate…
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EasyLlama
From inception, EasyLlama’s mission has been to help equip companies with engaging training that promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment for all. They are on a mission to empower people-centered organizations to create a safe and positive workplace. The EasyLlama Resource Center offers articles, eBooks, guides, and more on various workplace topics, such…
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Education Resources Inc.
Educational Resouces (ERI) offers continuing education courses for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, special educators, and more. They prioritize person-centered treatment founded on the latest research. ERI’s CEU courses will help you gain new skills to improve care for the individuals you support. With opportunities for hands-on learning and evidence-based practices, ERI can help…
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Everfi from Blackbaud
Everfi provides online workplace compliance training that drives change, is easy to use, and is backed by compliance expertise. Offerings include DEI, unconscious bias, harassment prevention, leadership, and ethics and compliance. Everfi also offers content related to financial literacy, workplace banking, and health and wellness. In addition, Everfi engages the K-12 target audiences with free…
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Find Food IL
Find Food IL is a community food map that shows places in your community that offer free food or meals. Use the map to find local food pantries, stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons, school and summer meal sites, older adult resources, farmers markets, and more. This easy-to-use map lets you search…
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Five Maples
Five Maples’ mission is to help nonprofits communicate effectively, improve fundraising results, and acquire new donors. Five Maples makes it easy, with experienced fundraisers guiding you every step of the way. They analyze your past giving so you can make data-supported decisions your leadership and board can support. From creating an annual fund plan to…
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Forefront
Forefront provides best-in-class resources, classes, services, and programs for grantmakers, nonprofits, and advisors. Their webinar library is available to the public. From digital fundraising, Google analytics, human resources, and navigating the current funding landscape, Forefront has the tools to help you do your best work. Click the website above to explore Forefront’s resources, learn about…
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GCF Global
GCFGlobal.org offers over 2,300 lessons, over 2,000 videos, and over 50 interactives and games on 200+ topics, completely free. GCFGlobal teaches the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century by offering self-paced online courses – from how to use Microsoft Office to reading, math, banking, typing, resume writing, internet safety, and…
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Get Smarter
GetSmarter offers market-led executive education courses with edX, a 2U company that delivers online education from world-leading universities and institutions to transform the lives of thousands of learners across the globe. GetSmarter’s online certificate courses are designed to advance your career and fit in with your busy lifestyle. Each course is expert-led, fully supported, and…
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Health Tech Academy
Health Tech Academy’s self-paced online bootcamps are designed to accelerate your path to a well-paying career in healthcare. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and personalized learning, their bootcamps are tailored to fit seamlessly into your schedule. They collaborate with universities and employers to transform the healthcare workforce, one talent at a time. Health Tech…
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Howard Brown Health Center
Howard Brown Health is one of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) organizations. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Howard Brown provides expert care to the LGBTQ+ community and their allies regardless of their ability to pay. The agency serves more than 40,000 adults and youth in its diverse health and social service…
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Human Services Leadership Institute
The Human Services Leadership Institute offers comprehensive resources to enhance your organization’s performance through books and leadership programs for frontline professionals, managers, and organizational leaders. Tim Nolan, Ed.D., travels the country to work with human service organizations. He focuses on helping managers and organizations drive consistently high levels of employee commitment, engagement, performance, and retention…
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IARF
The Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities has been the voice of human service organizations in government. IARF has worked to provide agencies with individual consultation on issues that affect them specifically, including Annual Frontline Supervisor Training and CEUs for QIDPs, Nursing Home Administrators, and Social Workers. Association staff provide frequent legislative and policy updates that…
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IDD Navigator
The IDD Navigator website is a free public directory that connects you with service providers, support organizations, government programs, advocacy tools, and more in Illinois. If you’re unsure where to turn or are having difficulty navigating the options on your own, the IDD Navigator can assist individuals or families seeking services for those with IDD. …
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Ignited Fundraising
Ignited Fundraising offers virtual coaching to prepare your organization for launching a campaign, drafting a fundraising appeal, updating your money story, editing campaign materials, or practicing 1:1 asks. Coaching is for a specific project for a limited time frame. Templates and resources for fundraising are also available at their website’s Resources tab. Lori L. Jacobwith…
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Illinois ABLE
IL ABLE is a savings and investment plan that makes it possible for people with disabilities and their families to save and invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability. ABLE Accounts can help solve a long-time predicament that many people with disabilities face: how to build financial wellness without risking much-needed…
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Illinois Community Colleges Online
Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO) is a consortium of Illinois community college leaders collaborating to provide leadership, facilitate collaboration, and share resources in technology-enhanced and online education. As a gathering of leaders in online education in Illinois, ILCCO contributes to the leadership development of their members by strengthening skills and abilities while striving to guide…
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Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote the independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of those with disabilities into the community, ensuring that those individuals with developmental disabilities have the same opportunities as others in the community. Their mission is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities participate and are included in everyday life…
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Illinois Crisis Prevention Network (ICPN)
Illinois Crisis Prevention Network’s (ICPN) mission is to bridge the gap between crisis management and crisis prevention by providing support and stability for children and adults experiencing behavioral, mental health, or medical challenges so that they may live and flourish in their community. ICPN offers community-based services and support to those referred, their families, provider…
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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission protects the rights and promotes the welfare of persons with disabilities. The Commission is an executive state agency created to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. By providing legal representation, investigating complaints of rights violations, and providing state guardianship for Illinois’ population with disabilities, the Commission has given…
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Infinitec
Infinitec’s Online Classroom offers online learning modules for K-12 and social service organizations. The Online Classroom includes DHS-approved online DSP, QIDP, and RBT training curricula, content focused on mandatory training, regulatory compliance, and the GRACE Project on aging with I/DD, with ENGAGE Online Training Administration System and management of private training content. In addition to…
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IntellectAbility
IntellectAbility helps agencies and supporters to better assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). IntellectAbility provides information and support for the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST), a web-based tool that identifies health risks and provides actionable steps to mitigate those risks. Supporters can work proactively, utilizing decisions based on 22 crucial risk areas. The…
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JCFS Chicago
JCFS Chicago provides integrative counseling services and psychological testing to understand learning differences and cognitive, emotional, and other mental health disorders. Their expert therapists offer guidance to help children, teens, and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. With services infused with Jewish values and compassion, JCFS Chicago works to make the community inclusive…
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LifeSpeed Behavioral Support Services
LifeSpeed provides systematic behavioral support to children, adolescents, and adults to ensure each person they work with is successful in accomplishing their goals. LifeSpeed team members are committed, compassionate, and competent professionals who will strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will create an individualized Treatment Plan…
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Little City
Through clinical services, Little City strives to empower individuals and families to attain and maintain the essential social, emotional, and adaptive skills to navigate their current environments. They prepare individuals for increased independence in education, employment, and community living settings. Little City offers community-based clinical services to children, adolescents, teens, and young adults with I/DD.…
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Mental Health First Aid
According to their website, Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. In the course, you learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns, strategies to help someone in both crisis and…
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National Association of Social Work
Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the world’s largest membership organization of professional social workers. NASW works to enhance its members’ professional growth and development, create and maintain professional standards, and advance sound social policies. NASW aims to promote the quality and effectiveness of social work practice in the United…
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National Wellness Institute
The National Wellness Institute (NWI) is the leader in providing professional development and engagement opportunities that support individuals from various disciplines in promoting whole-person wellness. In addition to certificate programs, NWI offers live and on-demand webinars, events, & eLearning courses. Some of NWI’s current certificate programs include: Worksite Wellness Specialist Mastering Workplace Wellness Laws Financial…
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Nonprofit Ready
Nonprofit Ready supports nonprofit professionals and organizations by providing access to free sector-specific learning so that they have the knowledge and resources to create a transformative impact in their own communities. Choose from over 600 free learning resources, including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program…
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Nonprofit Storytelling Conference
Learn how to tell better stories and raise more money. Check out Tactical Thursdays on their Resources tab: every Thursday, the industry’s best fundraisers open up their bag of tricks and help you raise more money. In about 10 minutes, you’ll learn tactics that will help you tell better stories and motivate your donors to…
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OpenSesame
OpenSesame offers thousands of online classes to support a wide variety of professional development, from DEI to leadership to wellness. At the Resources tab, browse the Resource Library tab for the categories, titles, and costs. When you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, every facet of your organization benefits. Organizations with strong diversity climates are more…
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Pathways
Pathways offers educational resources for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to support the growth and development of children. Their mission is to provide free tools to maximize all children’s motor, sensory, and communication development. They empower parents to understand and encourage their baby’s development to keep them on track or catch potential delays early. Pathways…
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Peter Leidy
Peter Leidy conducts workshops, develops training materials, writes songs, speaks and sings at conferences, and works with organizations, government agencies, families, and paid supporters to promote positive support, inclusion, building healthy relationships, and thinking differently about people who are called “challenging.” He focuses on personalizing support and community membership for people with disabilities. He’s been…
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PHI
PHI assists agencies in meeting the needs of direct care workers and their clients in a variety of long-term care settings. It helps implement best practices through hands-on coaching, training, and consulting to help providers deliver high-quality care. PHI supports policymakers and advocates in crafting evidence-based policies to advance quality care. PHI fosters dignity, respect,…
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Relias
Relias Learning provides engaging, comprehensive training and professional development, including DSP training and live and on-demand webinars. Their resource library is searchable by industry, with options specifically targeting the IDD community, behavioral health, autism, nursing, and more. Complimentary webinars are included with registration. See the Relias website to request a demo.
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SAGECare
SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. SAGECare is a cultural competency training program for agencies providing…
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SkillPointe
SkillPointe helps you explore healthcare careers, find the training you need to get there, and even find a job. As you embark on your next chapter, get healthcare industry news and learn from people who are in the workforce what it’s really like to do the job. The healthcare industry is projected to add skills-based…
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Summit Professional Education
Summit Professional Education is a national leader in continuing education for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, early intervention professionals, educators, mental health providers, and more. On the Courses tab, you can view courses by profession, topic, and format. Summit offers in-person, live webinars, on-demand videos, and online text courses. Individual and group learning subscriptions…
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SynerChange Chicago
SynerChange Chicago (SCC) is a change leadership firm that helps organizations and individuals see new possibilities, change their mindset, and move from where they are to where they want to be. Their mission is to bring about the conscious and consistent practice of Creative Interchange in organizations today. SCC offers strategic planning, leadership development, and…
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Tarrytown
Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy is a long-term care pharmacy specializing in serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They aim to provide high-quality pharmacy services for IDD and behavioral health communities through innovative and compassionate pharmacy services. Tarrytown is dedicated to partnering with caregivers, direct support professionals, nurses, and the broader community to reduce stress, save…
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Training & eTracking Solutions
Training & eTracking Solutions thrives on providing highly effective online training programs to nonprofit and social service communities across the United States. Realizing that employee training is vital to the success of individuals, agencies, and associations within the human services field, Training & eTracking Solutions prides itself on creating content-rich online training. They’ve built training…
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Trevor Project
The LGBTQ+ Ally Training is designed to create dialogue around being an adult ally for LGBTQ+ youth by informing participants about common terminology, the “coming out” process, and challenges at home, in school, and in the community. Through activities in this course, participants are encouraged to explore their biases, build knowledge, and develop empathy. The…
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Udemy
Udemy is committed to improving lives through learning. Whether you want to learn a new skill, train your teams, or share your knowledge with the world, you’re in the right place. As a leader in online learning, Udemy strives to help you achieve your goals and transform your life. Udemy offers courses from critical workplace…
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UIC Developmental Disabilities Clinic
As part of the University of Illinois at Chicago and the state of Illinois’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, the Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic has access to innovative research centers and renowned leaders in the field of disabilities to connect you to the latest research and practices in consultation, support, and education for…
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UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) at the University of Illinois Chicago offers archived webinars on a variety of topics for paid continuing education units (CEUs). These webinars are previous TAP/IDHD/LEND live webinars. IDHD webinars offer timely information and may be viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. IDHD professionals are…
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United Front
The United Front Initiative offers paid training programs in the areas of DEI, leadership, and more. See the calendar for upcoming United Front Keynote events: https://unitedfront.my.site.com/UnitedFront/s/. For most sessions, participants are encouraged to engage with United Front through their employer. For those individuals where this is not possible, you may register for a Role-Specific learning…
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ABA Midwest
ABAMidwest offers board-certified behavior analysts with extensive formal training and experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for those with autism and other intellectual developmental delays. ABA Midwest Education, LTD is dedicated to providing quality individualized services to their patients, families, and professionals.
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Action Behavior Centers
Action Behavior Centers’ leading ABA therapy centers can help your child receive an autism diagnosis with their autism spectrum test. Whether your child with autism needs services in the center, at home, or after school, Action Behavior Centers’ ABA therapists can help your child achieve success on the spectrum.
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American Counseling Association
The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional, and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, the ACA is the world’s largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings. This site provides access to a wide range of online courses designed to help…
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Anixter Center
Anixter Center offers various services, including daily support in both individual and group settings through its community mental health services and 40-hour DHS-approved QIDP training facilitated by Anixter Center instructors. Scroll below or use these links to jump to more information on these Anixter Center services. Mental Health Services QIDP Training
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Arc of Illinois
Behavior support services are provided to persons with an assessed need for adaptive skills training.
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Aspire Chicago
Aspire Chicago’s Behavioral Therapy program empowers people with disabilities in their interactions, relationships, and as communicators. Their behavior therapists and board-certified behavior analysts use applied behavior analysis techniques and therapy to help people, their support teams, and their loved ones build skills, create routines, and identify ways to feel more comfortable and be more successful…
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Association for Positive Behavior Support
The Association for Positive Behavior Support is a multidisciplinary organization made up of professionals (teachers, researchers, university professors, and administrators), family members, and consumers who are committed to the application of positive behavior support within the context of the school, family, and community including across systems (e.g., entire schools, organizations), for small groups, and for…
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Autism Support Chicago
Autism Support Chicago is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the children and families served by providing them with tools and techniques to better communicate and learn. Their focus is on increasing your child’s behavior to communicate and decreasing the number of challenging behaviors they face throughout the day. They want to meet your child…
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Behavior Frontiers
Behavior Frontiers is committed to offering gold-standard autism care with highly trained clinicians dedicated to using ABA to create the most effective, individualized programs to enhance the lives of individuals with autism and other special needs. Our mission is to provide each family and child with the highest quality individualized behavioral services possible and to…
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Blue Tower Solutions
Blue Tower Solutions is dedicated to elevating the voices of people with disabilities and striving for equity in services and solutions. Blue Tower Solutions engages individuals, organizations, and systems to create cultures of respect, inclusion, dignity, and equality for people with disabilities. Blue Tower Solutions offers many training topics, including “It Starts with Saying Hi!”…
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CARES® Dementia Care Training
HealthCare Interactive, Inc. offers CARES®, an online dementia care training, certification, and professional credentialing. Developed in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, CARES provides a series of ten online dementia care training programs. Program topics include person-centered care, the basics of Alzheimer’s and Dementia, understanding behavior as communication, pain and how it impacts care, dementia-related behavior,…
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ContinuED
Continued offers online continuing education courses for therapists, with enrollment options for individuals or organizations. Membership includes 600 evidence-based on-demand and live webinars for therapists practicing in early childhood, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, social work, speech, and more. AOTA Approved Provider, CE, NBCOT Professional Development Provider
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DirectCourse
DirectCourse is an online training curriculum specifically tailored to empower the direct service workforce in their mission to ensure individuals with disabilities lead enriching lives within their communities. Their approach is rooted in long-standing partnerships with field leaders, ensuring every curriculum set is both comprehensive and cohesive.
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Disability Belongs
Disability Belongs™, formerly RespectAbility, is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities and advance policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future. Their mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate…
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EasyLlama
From inception, EasyLlama’s mission has been to help equip companies with engaging training that promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment for all. They are on a mission to empower people-centered organizations to create a safe and positive workplace. The EasyLlama Resource Center offers articles, eBooks, guides, and more on various workplace topics, such…
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Education Resources Inc.
Educational Resouces (ERI) offers continuing education courses for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, special educators, and more. They prioritize person-centered treatment founded on the latest research. ERI’s CEU courses will help you gain new skills to improve care for the individuals you support. With opportunities for hands-on learning and evidence-based practices, ERI can help…
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Everfi from Blackbaud
Everfi provides online workplace compliance training that drives change, is easy to use, and is backed by compliance expertise. Offerings include DEI, unconscious bias, harassment prevention, leadership, and ethics and compliance. Everfi also offers content related to financial literacy, workplace banking, and health and wellness. In addition, Everfi engages the K-12 target audiences with free…
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Find Food IL
Find Food IL is a community food map that shows places in your community that offer free food or meals. Use the map to find local food pantries, stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons, school and summer meal sites, older adult resources, farmers markets, and more. This easy-to-use map lets you search…
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Health Tech Academy
Health Tech Academy’s self-paced online bootcamps are designed to accelerate your path to a well-paying career in healthcare. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and personalized learning, their bootcamps are tailored to fit seamlessly into your schedule. They collaborate with universities and employers to transform the healthcare workforce, one talent at a time. Health Tech…
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Howard Brown Health Center
Howard Brown Health is one of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) organizations. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Howard Brown provides expert care to the LGBTQ+ community and their allies regardless of their ability to pay. The agency serves more than 40,000 adults and youth in its diverse health and social service…
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IDD Navigator
The IDD Navigator website is a free public directory that connects you with service providers, support organizations, government programs, advocacy tools, and more in Illinois. If you’re unsure where to turn or are having difficulty navigating the options on your own, the IDD Navigator can assist individuals or families seeking services for those with IDD. …
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Illinois Community Colleges Online
Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO) is a consortium of Illinois community college leaders collaborating to provide leadership, facilitate collaboration, and share resources in technology-enhanced and online education. As a gathering of leaders in online education in Illinois, ILCCO contributes to the leadership development of their members by strengthening skills and abilities while striving to guide…
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Illinois Crisis Prevention Network (ICPN)
Illinois Crisis Prevention Network’s (ICPN) mission is to bridge the gap between crisis management and crisis prevention by providing support and stability for children and adults experiencing behavioral, mental health, or medical challenges so that they may live and flourish in their community. ICPN offers community-based services and support to those referred, their families, provider…
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Infinitec
Infinitec’s Online Classroom offers online learning modules for K-12 and social service organizations. The Online Classroom includes DHS-approved online DSP, QIDP, and RBT training curricula, content focused on mandatory training, regulatory compliance, and the GRACE Project on aging with I/DD, with ENGAGE Online Training Administration System and management of private training content. In addition to…
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JCFS Chicago
JCFS Chicago provides integrative counseling services and psychological testing to understand learning differences and cognitive, emotional, and other mental health disorders. Their expert therapists offer guidance to help children, teens, and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. With services infused with Jewish values and compassion, JCFS Chicago works to make the community inclusive…
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LifeSpeed Behavioral Support Services
LifeSpeed provides systematic behavioral support to children, adolescents, and adults to ensure each person they work with is successful in accomplishing their goals. LifeSpeed team members are committed, compassionate, and competent professionals who will strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will create an individualized Treatment Plan…
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Little City
Through clinical services, Little City strives to empower individuals and families to attain and maintain the essential social, emotional, and adaptive skills to navigate their current environments. They prepare individuals for increased independence in education, employment, and community living settings. Little City offers community-based clinical services to children, adolescents, teens, and young adults with I/DD.…
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Mental Health First Aid
According to their website, Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. In the course, you learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns, strategies to help someone in both crisis and…
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National Association of Social Work
Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the world’s largest membership organization of professional social workers. NASW works to enhance its members’ professional growth and development, create and maintain professional standards, and advance sound social policies. NASW aims to promote the quality and effectiveness of social work practice in the United…
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National Wellness Institute
The National Wellness Institute (NWI) is the leader in providing professional development and engagement opportunities that support individuals from various disciplines in promoting whole-person wellness. In addition to certificate programs, NWI offers live and on-demand webinars, events, & eLearning courses. Some of NWI’s current certificate programs include: Worksite Wellness Specialist Mastering Workplace Wellness Laws Financial…
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Nonprofit Ready
Nonprofit Ready supports nonprofit professionals and organizations by providing access to free sector-specific learning so that they have the knowledge and resources to create a transformative impact in their own communities. Choose from over 600 free learning resources, including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program…
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OpenSesame
OpenSesame offers thousands of online classes to support a wide variety of professional development, from DEI to leadership to wellness. At the Resources tab, browse the Resource Library tab for the categories, titles, and costs. When you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, every facet of your organization benefits. Organizations with strong diversity climates are more…
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Pathways
Pathways offers educational resources for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to support the growth and development of children. Their mission is to provide free tools to maximize all children’s motor, sensory, and communication development. They empower parents to understand and encourage their baby’s development to keep them on track or catch potential delays early. Pathways…
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Peter Leidy
Peter Leidy conducts workshops, develops training materials, writes songs, speaks and sings at conferences, and works with organizations, government agencies, families, and paid supporters to promote positive support, inclusion, building healthy relationships, and thinking differently about people who are called “challenging.” He focuses on personalizing support and community membership for people with disabilities. He’s been…
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Relias
Relias Learning provides engaging, comprehensive training and professional development, including DSP training and live and on-demand webinars. Their resource library is searchable by industry, with options specifically targeting the IDD community, behavioral health, autism, nursing, and more. Complimentary webinars are included with registration. See the Relias website to request a demo.
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SAGECare
SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. SAGECare is a cultural competency training program for agencies providing…
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Summit Professional Education
Summit Professional Education is a national leader in continuing education for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, early intervention professionals, educators, mental health providers, and more. On the Courses tab, you can view courses by profession, topic, and format. Summit offers in-person, live webinars, on-demand videos, and online text courses. Individual and group learning subscriptions…
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Tarrytown
Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy is a long-term care pharmacy specializing in serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They aim to provide high-quality pharmacy services for IDD and behavioral health communities through innovative and compassionate pharmacy services. Tarrytown is dedicated to partnering with caregivers, direct support professionals, nurses, and the broader community to reduce stress, save…
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Training & eTracking Solutions
Training & eTracking Solutions thrives on providing highly effective online training programs to nonprofit and social service communities across the United States. Realizing that employee training is vital to the success of individuals, agencies, and associations within the human services field, Training & eTracking Solutions prides itself on creating content-rich online training. They’ve built training…
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Trevor Project
The LGBTQ+ Ally Training is designed to create dialogue around being an adult ally for LGBTQ+ youth by informing participants about common terminology, the “coming out” process, and challenges at home, in school, and in the community. Through activities in this course, participants are encouraged to explore their biases, build knowledge, and develop empathy. The…
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UIC Developmental Disabilities Clinic
As part of the University of Illinois at Chicago and the state of Illinois’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, the Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic has access to innovative research centers and renowned leaders in the field of disabilities to connect you to the latest research and practices in consultation, support, and education for…
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UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) at the University of Illinois Chicago offers archived webinars on a variety of topics for paid continuing education units (CEUs). These webinars are previous TAP/IDHD/LEND live webinars. IDHD webinars offer timely information and may be viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. IDHD professionals are…
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United Front
The United Front Initiative offers paid training programs in the areas of DEI, leadership, and more. See the calendar for upcoming United Front Keynote events: https://unitedfront.my.site.com/UnitedFront/s/. For most sessions, participants are encouraged to engage with United Front through their employer. For those individuals where this is not possible, you may register for a Role-Specific learning…
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Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation invests in people: the people doing the work, close to the issues, and influencing change. The Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center partners with experts like Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management’s Center for Nonprofit Management to offer professional development to social innovators. Opportunities include the Nonprofit Management Essentials Online Program and Executive…
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Center for Creative Leadership
The Center for Creative Leadership is a mission-driven organization committed to making the world a better place through more effective leadership. CCL is proud to be recognized as a top-ranked, global nonprofit leadership development provider and a pioneer in international leadership research. Since its founding in 1970, CCL’s mission has been to advance the understanding,…
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Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The mission of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement is to strengthen, promote, and represent nonprofit organizations, empowering them to meet the diverse, changing needs of our communities. The Center for Nonprofit Advancement Training Hub for nonprofits provides practical, on-trend professional development programs designed specifically for board members, executives, staff, and volunteers. Classes, workshops, and seminars…
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Charmm’d Foundation
While The Charmm’d Foundation closed its doors at the end of 2024, they’re still available to assist with your leadership needs. The Charmm’d Foundation’s website offers coaching and facilitation opportunities, trusted community speakers, scholarship opportunities, peer advisory, and more.
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Five Maples
Five Maples’ mission is to help nonprofits communicate effectively, improve fundraising results, and acquire new donors. Five Maples makes it easy, with experienced fundraisers guiding you every step of the way. They analyze your past giving so you can make data-supported decisions your leadership and board can support. From creating an annual fund plan to…
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Forefront
Forefront provides best-in-class resources, classes, services, and programs for grantmakers, nonprofits, and advisors. Their webinar library is available to the public. From digital fundraising, Google analytics, human resources, and navigating the current funding landscape, Forefront has the tools to help you do your best work. Click the website above to explore Forefront’s resources, learn about…
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Get Smarter
GetSmarter offers market-led executive education courses with edX, a 2U company that delivers online education from world-leading universities and institutions to transform the lives of thousands of learners across the globe. GetSmarter’s online certificate courses are designed to advance your career and fit in with your busy lifestyle. Each course is expert-led, fully supported, and…
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Human Services Leadership Institute
The Human Services Leadership Institute offers comprehensive resources to enhance your organization’s performance through books and leadership programs for frontline professionals, managers, and organizational leaders. Tim Nolan, Ed.D., travels the country to work with human service organizations. He focuses on helping managers and organizations drive consistently high levels of employee commitment, engagement, performance, and retention…
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IARF
The Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities has been the voice of human service organizations in government. IARF has worked to provide agencies with individual consultation on issues that affect them specifically, including Annual Frontline Supervisor Training and CEUs for QIDPs, Nursing Home Administrators, and Social Workers. Association staff provide frequent legislative and policy updates that…
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Ignited Fundraising
Ignited Fundraising offers virtual coaching to prepare your organization for launching a campaign, drafting a fundraising appeal, updating your money story, editing campaign materials, or practicing 1:1 asks. Coaching is for a specific project for a limited time frame. Templates and resources for fundraising are also available at their website’s Resources tab. Lori L. Jacobwith…
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Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote the independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of those with disabilities into the community, ensuring that those individuals with developmental disabilities have the same opportunities as others in the community. Their mission is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities participate and are included in everyday life…
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Nonprofit Ready
Nonprofit Ready supports nonprofit professionals and organizations by providing access to free sector-specific learning so that they have the knowledge and resources to create a transformative impact in their own communities. Choose from over 600 free learning resources, including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program…
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Nonprofit Storytelling Conference
Learn how to tell better stories and raise more money. Check out Tactical Thursdays on their Resources tab: every Thursday, the industry’s best fundraisers open up their bag of tricks and help you raise more money. In about 10 minutes, you’ll learn tactics that will help you tell better stories and motivate your donors to…
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OpenSesame
OpenSesame offers thousands of online classes to support a wide variety of professional development, from DEI to leadership to wellness. At the Resources tab, browse the Resource Library tab for the categories, titles, and costs. When you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, every facet of your organization benefits. Organizations with strong diversity climates are more…
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PHI
PHI assists agencies in meeting the needs of direct care workers and their clients in a variety of long-term care settings. It helps implement best practices through hands-on coaching, training, and consulting to help providers deliver high-quality care. PHI supports policymakers and advocates in crafting evidence-based policies to advance quality care. PHI fosters dignity, respect,…
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SynerChange Chicago
SynerChange Chicago (SCC) is a change leadership firm that helps organizations and individuals see new possibilities, change their mindset, and move from where they are to where they want to be. Their mission is to bring about the conscious and consistent practice of Creative Interchange in organizations today. SCC offers strategic planning, leadership development, and…
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Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation invests in people: the people doing the work, close to the issues, and influencing change. The Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center partners with experts like Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management’s Center for Nonprofit Management to offer professional development to social innovators. Opportunities include the Nonprofit Management Essentials Online Program and Executive…
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Blue Tower Solutions
Blue Tower Solutions is dedicated to elevating the voices of people with disabilities and striving for equity in services and solutions. Blue Tower Solutions engages individuals, organizations, and systems to create cultures of respect, inclusion, dignity, and equality for people with disabilities. Blue Tower Solutions offers many training topics, including “It Starts with Saying Hi!”…
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Disability Belongs
Disability Belongs™, formerly RespectAbility, is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities and advance policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future. Their mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate…
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EasyLlama
From inception, EasyLlama’s mission has been to help equip companies with engaging training that promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment for all. They are on a mission to empower people-centered organizations to create a safe and positive workplace. The EasyLlama Resource Center offers articles, eBooks, guides, and more on various workplace topics, such…
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Everfi from Blackbaud
Everfi provides online workplace compliance training that drives change, is easy to use, and is backed by compliance expertise. Offerings include DEI, unconscious bias, harassment prevention, leadership, and ethics and compliance. Everfi also offers content related to financial literacy, workplace banking, and health and wellness. In addition, Everfi engages the K-12 target audiences with free…
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Howard Brown Health Center
Howard Brown Health is one of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) organizations. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Howard Brown provides expert care to the LGBTQ+ community and their allies regardless of their ability to pay. The agency serves more than 40,000 adults and youth in its diverse health and social service…
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Infinitec
Infinitec’s Online Classroom offers online learning modules for K-12 and social service organizations. The Online Classroom includes DHS-approved online DSP, QIDP, and RBT training curricula, content focused on mandatory training, regulatory compliance, and the GRACE Project on aging with I/DD, with ENGAGE Online Training Administration System and management of private training content. In addition to…
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National Association of Social Work
Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the world’s largest membership organization of professional social workers. NASW works to enhance its members’ professional growth and development, create and maintain professional standards, and advance sound social policies. NASW aims to promote the quality and effectiveness of social work practice in the United…
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Nonprofit Ready
Nonprofit Ready supports nonprofit professionals and organizations by providing access to free sector-specific learning so that they have the knowledge and resources to create a transformative impact in their own communities. Choose from over 600 free learning resources, including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program…
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OpenSesame
OpenSesame offers thousands of online classes to support a wide variety of professional development, from DEI to leadership to wellness. At the Resources tab, browse the Resource Library tab for the categories, titles, and costs. When you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, every facet of your organization benefits. Organizations with strong diversity climates are more…
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SAGECare
SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. SAGECare is a cultural competency training program for agencies providing…
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Trevor Project
The LGBTQ+ Ally Training is designed to create dialogue around being an adult ally for LGBTQ+ youth by informing participants about common terminology, the “coming out” process, and challenges at home, in school, and in the community. Through activities in this course, participants are encouraged to explore their biases, build knowledge, and develop empathy. The…
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United Front
The United Front Initiative offers paid training programs in the areas of DEI, leadership, and more. See the calendar for upcoming United Front Keynote events: https://unitedfront.my.site.com/UnitedFront/s/. For most sessions, participants are encouraged to engage with United Front through their employer. For those individuals where this is not possible, you may register for a Role-Specific learning…
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CARES® Dementia Care Training
HealthCare Interactive, Inc. offers CARES®, an online dementia care training, certification, and professional credentialing. Developed in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, CARES provides a series of ten online dementia care training programs. Program topics include person-centered care, the basics of Alzheimer’s and Dementia, understanding behavior as communication, pain and how it impacts care, dementia-related behavior,…
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Class Central
The Class Central catalog brings courses from many providers into one place with a catalog of over 100,000 online courses in the online learning-verse. Take courses from Coursera, edX, Udemy, Google, TEDx, and universities worldwide on almost any subject. Class Central’s goal is to make online education work for everyone. Note: Class Central is not…
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Clearbrook
Clearbrook’s Training Department offers DHS-approved QIDP training for other organizations – 40 hours of high-quality curricula related to residential, ICF, and day services QIDPs. Call or email the contact above for information on attending QIDP training.
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DirectCourse
DirectCourse is an online training curriculum specifically tailored to empower the direct service workforce in their mission to ensure individuals with disabilities lead enriching lives within their communities. Their approach is rooted in long-standing partnerships with field leaders, ensuring every curriculum set is both comprehensive and cohesive.
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GCF Global
GCFGlobal.org offers over 2,300 lessons, over 2,000 videos, and over 50 interactives and games on 200+ topics, completely free. GCFGlobal teaches the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century by offering self-paced online courses – from how to use Microsoft Office to reading, math, banking, typing, resume writing, internet safety, and…
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Health Tech Academy
Health Tech Academy’s self-paced online bootcamps are designed to accelerate your path to a well-paying career in healthcare. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and personalized learning, their bootcamps are tailored to fit seamlessly into your schedule. They collaborate with universities and employers to transform the healthcare workforce, one talent at a time. Health Tech…
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IARF
The Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities has been the voice of human service organizations in government. IARF has worked to provide agencies with individual consultation on issues that affect them specifically, including Annual Frontline Supervisor Training and CEUs for QIDPs, Nursing Home Administrators, and Social Workers. Association staff provide frequent legislative and policy updates that…
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Illinois Community Colleges Online
Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO) is a consortium of Illinois community college leaders collaborating to provide leadership, facilitate collaboration, and share resources in technology-enhanced and online education. As a gathering of leaders in online education in Illinois, ILCCO contributes to the leadership development of their members by strengthening skills and abilities while striving to guide…
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IntellectAbility
IntellectAbility helps agencies and supporters to better assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). IntellectAbility provides information and support for the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST), a web-based tool that identifies health risks and provides actionable steps to mitigate those risks. Supporters can work proactively, utilizing decisions based on 22 crucial risk areas. The…
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Peter Leidy
Peter Leidy conducts workshops, develops training materials, writes songs, speaks and sings at conferences, and works with organizations, government agencies, families, and paid supporters to promote positive support, inclusion, building healthy relationships, and thinking differently about people who are called “challenging.” He focuses on personalizing support and community membership for people with disabilities. He’s been…
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Relias
Relias Learning provides engaging, comprehensive training and professional development, including DSP training and live and on-demand webinars. Their resource library is searchable by industry, with options specifically targeting the IDD community, behavioral health, autism, nursing, and more. Complimentary webinars are included with registration. See the Relias website to request a demo.
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SkillPointe
SkillPointe helps you explore healthcare careers, find the training you need to get there, and even find a job. As you embark on your next chapter, get healthcare industry news and learn from people who are in the workforce what it’s really like to do the job. The healthcare industry is projected to add skills-based…
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Training & eTracking Solutions
Training & eTracking Solutions thrives on providing highly effective online training programs to nonprofit and social service communities across the United States. Realizing that employee training is vital to the success of individuals, agencies, and associations within the human services field, Training & eTracking Solutions prides itself on creating content-rich online training. They’ve built training…
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UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) at the University of Illinois Chicago offers archived webinars on a variety of topics for paid continuing education units (CEUs). These webinars are previous TAP/IDHD/LEND live webinars. IDHD webinars offer timely information and may be viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. IDHD professionals are…
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ABA Midwest
ABAMidwest offers board-certified behavior analysts with extensive formal training and experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for those with autism and other intellectual developmental delays. ABA Midwest Education, LTD is dedicated to providing quality individualized services to their patients, families, and professionals.
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Action Behavior Centers
Action Behavior Centers’ leading ABA therapy centers can help your child receive an autism diagnosis with their autism spectrum test. Whether your child with autism needs services in the center, at home, or after school, Action Behavior Centers’ ABA therapists can help your child achieve success on the spectrum.
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Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation invests in people: the people doing the work, close to the issues, and influencing change. The Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center partners with experts like Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management’s Center for Nonprofit Management to offer professional development to social innovators. Opportunities include the Nonprofit Management Essentials Online Program and Executive…
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American Counseling Association
The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional, and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, the ACA is the world’s largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings. This site provides access to a wide range of online courses designed to help…
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Anixter Center
Anixter Center offers various services, including daily support in both individual and group settings through its community mental health services and 40-hour DHS-approved QIDP training facilitated by Anixter Center instructors. Scroll below or use these links to jump to more information on these Anixter Center services. Mental Health Services QIDP Training
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Arc of Illinois
Behavior support services are provided to persons with an assessed need for adaptive skills training.
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Aspire Chicago
Aspire Chicago’s Behavioral Therapy program empowers people with disabilities in their interactions, relationships, and as communicators. Their behavior therapists and board-certified behavior analysts use applied behavior analysis techniques and therapy to help people, their support teams, and their loved ones build skills, create routines, and identify ways to feel more comfortable and be more successful…
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Association for Positive Behavior Support
The Association for Positive Behavior Support is a multidisciplinary organization made up of professionals (teachers, researchers, university professors, and administrators), family members, and consumers who are committed to the application of positive behavior support within the context of the school, family, and community including across systems (e.g., entire schools, organizations), for small groups, and for…
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Autism Support Chicago
Autism Support Chicago is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the children and families served by providing them with tools and techniques to better communicate and learn. Their focus is on increasing your child’s behavior to communicate and decreasing the number of challenging behaviors they face throughout the day. They want to meet your child…
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Behavior Frontiers
Behavior Frontiers is committed to offering gold-standard autism care with highly trained clinicians dedicated to using ABA to create the most effective, individualized programs to enhance the lives of individuals with autism and other special needs. Our mission is to provide each family and child with the highest quality individualized behavioral services possible and to…
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Blue Tower Solutions
Blue Tower Solutions is dedicated to elevating the voices of people with disabilities and striving for equity in services and solutions. Blue Tower Solutions engages individuals, organizations, and systems to create cultures of respect, inclusion, dignity, and equality for people with disabilities. Blue Tower Solutions offers many training topics, including “It Starts with Saying Hi!”…
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CARES® Dementia Care Training
HealthCare Interactive, Inc. offers CARES®, an online dementia care training, certification, and professional credentialing. Developed in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, CARES provides a series of ten online dementia care training programs. Program topics include person-centered care, the basics of Alzheimer’s and Dementia, understanding behavior as communication, pain and how it impacts care, dementia-related behavior,…
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Center for Creative Leadership
The Center for Creative Leadership is a mission-driven organization committed to making the world a better place through more effective leadership. CCL is proud to be recognized as a top-ranked, global nonprofit leadership development provider and a pioneer in international leadership research. Since its founding in 1970, CCL’s mission has been to advance the understanding,…
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Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The mission of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement is to strengthen, promote, and represent nonprofit organizations, empowering them to meet the diverse, changing needs of our communities. The Center for Nonprofit Advancement Training Hub for nonprofits provides practical, on-trend professional development programs designed specifically for board members, executives, staff, and volunteers. Classes, workshops, and seminars…
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Class Central
The Class Central catalog brings courses from many providers into one place with a catalog of over 100,000 online courses in the online learning-verse. Take courses from Coursera, edX, Udemy, Google, TEDx, and universities worldwide on almost any subject. Class Central’s goal is to make online education work for everyone. Note: Class Central is not…
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Clearbrook
Clearbrook’s Training Department offers DHS-approved QIDP training for other organizations – 40 hours of high-quality curricula related to residential, ICF, and day services QIDPs. Call or email the contact above for information on attending QIDP training.
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ContinuED
Continued offers online continuing education courses for therapists, with enrollment options for individuals or organizations. Membership includes 600 evidence-based on-demand and live webinars for therapists practicing in early childhood, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, social work, speech, and more. AOTA Approved Provider, CE, NBCOT Professional Development Provider
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Council on Quality and Leadership
Since 1969, the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) has been a leader in working with human service organizations and systems to define, measure, and improve the quality of life and quality of services for youth, adults, and older adults with I/DD or psychiatric disabilities. CQL believes that investing in the professional development of employees…
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Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie offers a wide range of in-person and online training and professional development courses. Their mission is to help you develop the skills to become a better, more confident, and more effective version of yourself. Their professional development programs empower you to cultivate leadership abilities, activate your organization, deliver compelling presentations, master powerful people…
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DirectCourse
DirectCourse is an online training curriculum specifically tailored to empower the direct service workforce in their mission to ensure individuals with disabilities lead enriching lives within their communities. Their approach is rooted in long-standing partnerships with field leaders, ensuring every curriculum set is both comprehensive and cohesive.
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Disability Belongs
Disability Belongs™, formerly RespectAbility, is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities and advance policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future. Their mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate…
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EasyLlama
From inception, EasyLlama’s mission has been to help equip companies with engaging training that promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment for all. They are on a mission to empower people-centered organizations to create a safe and positive workplace. The EasyLlama Resource Center offers articles, eBooks, guides, and more on various workplace topics, such…
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Education Resources Inc.
Educational Resouces (ERI) offers continuing education courses for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, special educators, and more. They prioritize person-centered treatment founded on the latest research. ERI’s CEU courses will help you gain new skills to improve care for the individuals you support. With opportunities for hands-on learning and evidence-based practices, ERI can help…
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Everfi from Blackbaud
Everfi provides online workplace compliance training that drives change, is easy to use, and is backed by compliance expertise. Offerings include DEI, unconscious bias, harassment prevention, leadership, and ethics and compliance. Everfi also offers content related to financial literacy, workplace banking, and health and wellness. In addition, Everfi engages the K-12 target audiences with free…
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Find Food IL
Find Food IL is a community food map that shows places in your community that offer free food or meals. Use the map to find local food pantries, stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons, school and summer meal sites, older adult resources, farmers markets, and more. This easy-to-use map lets you search…
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Five Maples
Five Maples’ mission is to help nonprofits communicate effectively, improve fundraising results, and acquire new donors. Five Maples makes it easy, with experienced fundraisers guiding you every step of the way. They analyze your past giving so you can make data-supported decisions your leadership and board can support. From creating an annual fund plan to…
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Forefront
Forefront provides best-in-class resources, classes, services, and programs for grantmakers, nonprofits, and advisors. Their webinar library is available to the public. From digital fundraising, Google analytics, human resources, and navigating the current funding landscape, Forefront has the tools to help you do your best work. Click the website above to explore Forefront’s resources, learn about…
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GCF Global
GCFGlobal.org offers over 2,300 lessons, over 2,000 videos, and over 50 interactives and games on 200+ topics, completely free. GCFGlobal teaches the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century by offering self-paced online courses – from how to use Microsoft Office to reading, math, banking, typing, resume writing, internet safety, and…
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Get Smarter
GetSmarter offers market-led executive education courses with edX, a 2U company that delivers online education from world-leading universities and institutions to transform the lives of thousands of learners across the globe. GetSmarter’s online certificate courses are designed to advance your career and fit in with your busy lifestyle. Each course is expert-led, fully supported, and…
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Health Tech Academy
Health Tech Academy’s self-paced online bootcamps are designed to accelerate your path to a well-paying career in healthcare. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and personalized learning, their bootcamps are tailored to fit seamlessly into your schedule. They collaborate with universities and employers to transform the healthcare workforce, one talent at a time. Health Tech…
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Howard Brown Health Center
Howard Brown Health is one of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) organizations. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Howard Brown provides expert care to the LGBTQ+ community and their allies regardless of their ability to pay. The agency serves more than 40,000 adults and youth in its diverse health and social service…
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Human Services Leadership Institute
The Human Services Leadership Institute offers comprehensive resources to enhance your organization’s performance through books and leadership programs for frontline professionals, managers, and organizational leaders. Tim Nolan, Ed.D., travels the country to work with human service organizations. He focuses on helping managers and organizations drive consistently high levels of employee commitment, engagement, performance, and retention…
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IARF
The Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities has been the voice of human service organizations in government. IARF has worked to provide agencies with individual consultation on issues that affect them specifically, including Annual Frontline Supervisor Training and CEUs for QIDPs, Nursing Home Administrators, and Social Workers. Association staff provide frequent legislative and policy updates that…
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IDD Navigator
The IDD Navigator website is a free public directory that connects you with service providers, support organizations, government programs, advocacy tools, and more in Illinois. If you’re unsure where to turn or are having difficulty navigating the options on your own, the IDD Navigator can assist individuals or families seeking services for those with IDD. …
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Ignited Fundraising
Ignited Fundraising offers virtual coaching to prepare your organization for launching a campaign, drafting a fundraising appeal, updating your money story, editing campaign materials, or practicing 1:1 asks. Coaching is for a specific project for a limited time frame. Templates and resources for fundraising are also available at their website’s Resources tab. Lori L. Jacobwith…
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Illinois ABLE
IL ABLE is a savings and investment plan that makes it possible for people with disabilities and their families to save and invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability. ABLE Accounts can help solve a long-time predicament that many people with disabilities face: how to build financial wellness without risking much-needed…
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Illinois Community Colleges Online
Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO) is a consortium of Illinois community college leaders collaborating to provide leadership, facilitate collaboration, and share resources in technology-enhanced and online education. As a gathering of leaders in online education in Illinois, ILCCO contributes to the leadership development of their members by strengthening skills and abilities while striving to guide…
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Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote the independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of those with disabilities into the community, ensuring that those individuals with developmental disabilities have the same opportunities as others in the community. Their mission is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities participate and are included in everyday life…
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Illinois Crisis Prevention Network (ICPN)
Illinois Crisis Prevention Network’s (ICPN) mission is to bridge the gap between crisis management and crisis prevention by providing support and stability for children and adults experiencing behavioral, mental health, or medical challenges so that they may live and flourish in their community. ICPN offers community-based services and support to those referred, their families, provider…
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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission protects the rights and promotes the welfare of persons with disabilities. The Commission is an executive state agency created to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. By providing legal representation, investigating complaints of rights violations, and providing state guardianship for Illinois’ population with disabilities, the Commission has given…
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Infinitec
Infinitec’s Online Classroom offers online learning modules for K-12 and social service organizations. The Online Classroom includes DHS-approved online DSP, QIDP, and RBT training curricula, content focused on mandatory training, regulatory compliance, and the GRACE Project on aging with I/DD, with ENGAGE Online Training Administration System and management of private training content. In addition to…
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IntellectAbility
IntellectAbility helps agencies and supporters to better assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). IntellectAbility provides information and support for the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST), a web-based tool that identifies health risks and provides actionable steps to mitigate those risks. Supporters can work proactively, utilizing decisions based on 22 crucial risk areas. The…
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JCFS Chicago
JCFS Chicago provides integrative counseling services and psychological testing to understand learning differences and cognitive, emotional, and other mental health disorders. Their expert therapists offer guidance to help children, teens, and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. With services infused with Jewish values and compassion, JCFS Chicago works to make the community inclusive…
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LifeSpeed Behavioral Support Services
LifeSpeed provides systematic behavioral support to children, adolescents, and adults to ensure each person they work with is successful in accomplishing their goals. LifeSpeed team members are committed, compassionate, and competent professionals who will strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will create an individualized Treatment Plan…
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Little City
Through clinical services, Little City strives to empower individuals and families to attain and maintain the essential social, emotional, and adaptive skills to navigate their current environments. They prepare individuals for increased independence in education, employment, and community living settings. Little City offers community-based clinical services to children, adolescents, teens, and young adults with I/DD.…
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Mental Health First Aid
According to their website, Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. In the course, you learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns, strategies to help someone in both crisis and…
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National Association of Social Work
Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the world’s largest membership organization of professional social workers. NASW works to enhance its members’ professional growth and development, create and maintain professional standards, and advance sound social policies. NASW aims to promote the quality and effectiveness of social work practice in the United…
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National Wellness Institute
The National Wellness Institute (NWI) is the leader in providing professional development and engagement opportunities that support individuals from various disciplines in promoting whole-person wellness. In addition to certificate programs, NWI offers live and on-demand webinars, events, & eLearning courses. Some of NWI’s current certificate programs include: Worksite Wellness Specialist Mastering Workplace Wellness Laws Financial…
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Nonprofit Ready
Nonprofit Ready supports nonprofit professionals and organizations by providing access to free sector-specific learning so that they have the knowledge and resources to create a transformative impact in their own communities. Choose from over 600 free learning resources, including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program…
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Nonprofit Storytelling Conference
Learn how to tell better stories and raise more money. Check out Tactical Thursdays on their Resources tab: every Thursday, the industry’s best fundraisers open up their bag of tricks and help you raise more money. In about 10 minutes, you’ll learn tactics that will help you tell better stories and motivate your donors to…
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OpenSesame
OpenSesame offers thousands of online classes to support a wide variety of professional development, from DEI to leadership to wellness. At the Resources tab, browse the Resource Library tab for the categories, titles, and costs. When you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, every facet of your organization benefits. Organizations with strong diversity climates are more…
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Pathways
Pathways offers educational resources for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to support the growth and development of children. Their mission is to provide free tools to maximize all children’s motor, sensory, and communication development. They empower parents to understand and encourage their baby’s development to keep them on track or catch potential delays early. Pathways…
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Peter Leidy
Peter Leidy conducts workshops, develops training materials, writes songs, speaks and sings at conferences, and works with organizations, government agencies, families, and paid supporters to promote positive support, inclusion, building healthy relationships, and thinking differently about people who are called “challenging.” He focuses on personalizing support and community membership for people with disabilities. He’s been…
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PHI
PHI assists agencies in meeting the needs of direct care workers and their clients in a variety of long-term care settings. It helps implement best practices through hands-on coaching, training, and consulting to help providers deliver high-quality care. PHI supports policymakers and advocates in crafting evidence-based policies to advance quality care. PHI fosters dignity, respect,…
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Relias
Relias Learning provides engaging, comprehensive training and professional development, including DSP training and live and on-demand webinars. Their resource library is searchable by industry, with options specifically targeting the IDD community, behavioral health, autism, nursing, and more. Complimentary webinars are included with registration. See the Relias website to request a demo.
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SAGECare
SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. SAGECare is a cultural competency training program for agencies providing…
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SkillPointe
SkillPointe helps you explore healthcare careers, find the training you need to get there, and even find a job. As you embark on your next chapter, get healthcare industry news and learn from people who are in the workforce what it’s really like to do the job. The healthcare industry is projected to add skills-based…
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Summit Professional Education
Summit Professional Education is a national leader in continuing education for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, early intervention professionals, educators, mental health providers, and more. On the Courses tab, you can view courses by profession, topic, and format. Summit offers in-person, live webinars, on-demand videos, and online text courses. Individual and group learning subscriptions…
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SynerChange Chicago
SynerChange Chicago (SCC) is a change leadership firm that helps organizations and individuals see new possibilities, change their mindset, and move from where they are to where they want to be. Their mission is to bring about the conscious and consistent practice of Creative Interchange in organizations today. SCC offers strategic planning, leadership development, and…
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Tarrytown
Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy is a long-term care pharmacy specializing in serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They aim to provide high-quality pharmacy services for IDD and behavioral health communities through innovative and compassionate pharmacy services. Tarrytown is dedicated to partnering with caregivers, direct support professionals, nurses, and the broader community to reduce stress, save…
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Training & eTracking Solutions
Training & eTracking Solutions thrives on providing highly effective online training programs to nonprofit and social service communities across the United States. Realizing that employee training is vital to the success of individuals, agencies, and associations within the human services field, Training & eTracking Solutions prides itself on creating content-rich online training. They’ve built training…
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Trevor Project
The LGBTQ+ Ally Training is designed to create dialogue around being an adult ally for LGBTQ+ youth by informing participants about common terminology, the “coming out” process, and challenges at home, in school, and in the community. Through activities in this course, participants are encouraged to explore their biases, build knowledge, and develop empathy. The…
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Udemy
Udemy is committed to improving lives through learning. Whether you want to learn a new skill, train your teams, or share your knowledge with the world, you’re in the right place. As a leader in online learning, Udemy strives to help you achieve your goals and transform your life. Udemy offers courses from critical workplace…
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UIC Developmental Disabilities Clinic
As part of the University of Illinois at Chicago and the state of Illinois’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, the Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic has access to innovative research centers and renowned leaders in the field of disabilities to connect you to the latest research and practices in consultation, support, and education for…
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UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) at the University of Illinois Chicago offers archived webinars on a variety of topics for paid continuing education units (CEUs). These webinars are previous TAP/IDHD/LEND live webinars. IDHD webinars offer timely information and may be viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. IDHD professionals are…
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United Front
The United Front Initiative offers paid training programs in the areas of DEI, leadership, and more. See the calendar for upcoming United Front Keynote events: https://unitedfront.my.site.com/UnitedFront/s/. For most sessions, participants are encouraged to engage with United Front through their employer. For those individuals where this is not possible, you may register for a Role-Specific learning…
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Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation invests in people: the people doing the work, close to the issues, and influencing change. The Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center partners with experts like Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management’s Center for Nonprofit Management to offer professional development to social innovators. Opportunities include the Nonprofit Management Essentials Online Program and Executive…
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Aspire Chicago
Aspire Chicago’s Behavioral Therapy program empowers people with disabilities in their interactions, relationships, and as communicators. Their behavior therapists and board-certified behavior analysts use applied behavior analysis techniques and therapy to help people, their support teams, and their loved ones build skills, create routines, and identify ways to feel more comfortable and be more successful…
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Center for Creative Leadership
The Center for Creative Leadership is a mission-driven organization committed to making the world a better place through more effective leadership. CCL is proud to be recognized as a top-ranked, global nonprofit leadership development provider and a pioneer in international leadership research. Since its founding in 1970, CCL’s mission has been to advance the understanding,…
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Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The mission of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement is to strengthen, promote, and represent nonprofit organizations, empowering them to meet the diverse, changing needs of our communities. The Center for Nonprofit Advancement Training Hub for nonprofits provides practical, on-trend professional development programs designed specifically for board members, executives, staff, and volunteers. Classes, workshops, and seminars…
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Charmm’d Foundation
While The Charmm’d Foundation closed its doors at the end of 2024, they’re still available to assist with your leadership needs. The Charmm’d Foundation’s website offers coaching and facilitation opportunities, trusted community speakers, scholarship opportunities, peer advisory, and more.
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Council on Quality and Leadership
Since 1969, the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) has been a leader in working with human service organizations and systems to define, measure, and improve the quality of life and quality of services for youth, adults, and older adults with I/DD or psychiatric disabilities. CQL believes that investing in the professional development of employees…
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Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie offers a wide range of in-person and online training and professional development courses. Their mission is to help you develop the skills to become a better, more confident, and more effective version of yourself. Their professional development programs empower you to cultivate leadership abilities, activate your organization, deliver compelling presentations, master powerful people…
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Disability Belongs
Disability Belongs™, formerly RespectAbility, is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities and advance policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future. Their mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate…
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EasyLlama
From inception, EasyLlama’s mission has been to help equip companies with engaging training that promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable work environment for all. They are on a mission to empower people-centered organizations to create a safe and positive workplace. The EasyLlama Resource Center offers articles, eBooks, guides, and more on various workplace topics, such…
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Everfi from Blackbaud
Everfi provides online workplace compliance training that drives change, is easy to use, and is backed by compliance expertise. Offerings include DEI, unconscious bias, harassment prevention, leadership, and ethics and compliance. Everfi also offers content related to financial literacy, workplace banking, and health and wellness. In addition, Everfi engages the K-12 target audiences with free…
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GCF Global
GCFGlobal.org offers over 2,300 lessons, over 2,000 videos, and over 50 interactives and games on 200+ topics, completely free. GCFGlobal teaches the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century by offering self-paced online courses – from how to use Microsoft Office to reading, math, banking, typing, resume writing, internet safety, and…
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Get Smarter
GetSmarter offers market-led executive education courses with edX, a 2U company that delivers online education from world-leading universities and institutions to transform the lives of thousands of learners across the globe. GetSmarter’s online certificate courses are designed to advance your career and fit in with your busy lifestyle. Each course is expert-led, fully supported, and…
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Health Tech Academy
Health Tech Academy’s self-paced online bootcamps are designed to accelerate your path to a well-paying career in healthcare. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and personalized learning, their bootcamps are tailored to fit seamlessly into your schedule. They collaborate with universities and employers to transform the healthcare workforce, one talent at a time. Health Tech…
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Human Services Leadership Institute
The Human Services Leadership Institute offers comprehensive resources to enhance your organization’s performance through books and leadership programs for frontline professionals, managers, and organizational leaders. Tim Nolan, Ed.D., travels the country to work with human service organizations. He focuses on helping managers and organizations drive consistently high levels of employee commitment, engagement, performance, and retention…
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IARF
The Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities has been the voice of human service organizations in government. IARF has worked to provide agencies with individual consultation on issues that affect them specifically, including Annual Frontline Supervisor Training and CEUs for QIDPs, Nursing Home Administrators, and Social Workers. Association staff provide frequent legislative and policy updates that…
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Ignited Fundraising
Ignited Fundraising offers virtual coaching to prepare your organization for launching a campaign, drafting a fundraising appeal, updating your money story, editing campaign materials, or practicing 1:1 asks. Coaching is for a specific project for a limited time frame. Templates and resources for fundraising are also available at their website’s Resources tab. Lori L. Jacobwith…
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Illinois Community Colleges Online
Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO) is a consortium of Illinois community college leaders collaborating to provide leadership, facilitate collaboration, and share resources in technology-enhanced and online education. As a gathering of leaders in online education in Illinois, ILCCO contributes to the leadership development of their members by strengthening skills and abilities while striving to guide…
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Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote the independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of those with disabilities into the community, ensuring that those individuals with developmental disabilities have the same opportunities as others in the community. Their mission is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities participate and are included in everyday life…
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Nonprofit Ready
Nonprofit Ready supports nonprofit professionals and organizations by providing access to free sector-specific learning so that they have the knowledge and resources to create a transformative impact in their own communities. Choose from over 600 free learning resources, including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program…
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Nonprofit Storytelling Conference
Learn how to tell better stories and raise more money. Check out Tactical Thursdays on their Resources tab: every Thursday, the industry’s best fundraisers open up their bag of tricks and help you raise more money. In about 10 minutes, you’ll learn tactics that will help you tell better stories and motivate your donors to…
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OpenSesame
OpenSesame offers thousands of online classes to support a wide variety of professional development, from DEI to leadership to wellness. At the Resources tab, browse the Resource Library tab for the categories, titles, and costs. When you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, every facet of your organization benefits. Organizations with strong diversity climates are more…
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Peter Leidy
Peter Leidy conducts workshops, develops training materials, writes songs, speaks and sings at conferences, and works with organizations, government agencies, families, and paid supporters to promote positive support, inclusion, building healthy relationships, and thinking differently about people who are called “challenging.” He focuses on personalizing support and community membership for people with disabilities. He’s been…
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PHI
PHI assists agencies in meeting the needs of direct care workers and their clients in a variety of long-term care settings. It helps implement best practices through hands-on coaching, training, and consulting to help providers deliver high-quality care. PHI supports policymakers and advocates in crafting evidence-based policies to advance quality care. PHI fosters dignity, respect,…
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Relias
Relias Learning provides engaging, comprehensive training and professional development, including DSP training and live and on-demand webinars. Their resource library is searchable by industry, with options specifically targeting the IDD community, behavioral health, autism, nursing, and more. Complimentary webinars are included with registration. See the Relias website to request a demo.
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SAGECare
SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. SAGECare is a cultural competency training program for agencies providing…
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SynerChange Chicago
SynerChange Chicago (SCC) is a change leadership firm that helps organizations and individuals see new possibilities, change their mindset, and move from where they are to where they want to be. Their mission is to bring about the conscious and consistent practice of Creative Interchange in organizations today. SCC offers strategic planning, leadership development, and…
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Training & eTracking Solutions
Training & eTracking Solutions thrives on providing highly effective online training programs to nonprofit and social service communities across the United States. Realizing that employee training is vital to the success of individuals, agencies, and associations within the human services field, Training & eTracking Solutions prides itself on creating content-rich online training. They’ve built training…
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United Front
The United Front Initiative offers paid training programs in the areas of DEI, leadership, and more. See the calendar for upcoming United Front Keynote events: https://unitedfront.my.site.com/UnitedFront/s/. For most sessions, participants are encouraged to engage with United Front through their employer. For those individuals where this is not possible, you may register for a Role-Specific learning…
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Action Behavior Centers
Action Behavior Centers’ leading ABA therapy centers can help your child receive an autism diagnosis with their autism spectrum test. Whether your child with autism needs services in the center, at home, or after school, Action Behavior Centers’ ABA therapists can help your child achieve success on the spectrum.
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Autism Support Chicago
Autism Support Chicago is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the children and families served by providing them with tools and techniques to better communicate and learn. Their focus is on increasing your child’s behavior to communicate and decreasing the number of challenging behaviors they face throughout the day. They want to meet your child…
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Behavior Frontiers
Behavior Frontiers is committed to offering gold-standard autism care with highly trained clinicians dedicated to using ABA to create the most effective, individualized programs to enhance the lives of individuals with autism and other special needs. Our mission is to provide each family and child with the highest quality individualized behavioral services possible and to…
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Class Central
The Class Central catalog brings courses from many providers into one place with a catalog of over 100,000 online courses in the online learning-verse. Take courses from Coursera, edX, Udemy, Google, TEDx, and universities worldwide on almost any subject. Class Central’s goal is to make online education work for everyone. Note: Class Central is not…
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Find Food IL
Find Food IL is a community food map that shows places in your community that offer free food or meals. Use the map to find local food pantries, stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons, school and summer meal sites, older adult resources, farmers markets, and more. This easy-to-use map lets you search…
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IDD Navigator
The IDD Navigator website is a free public directory that connects you with service providers, support organizations, government programs, advocacy tools, and more in Illinois. If you’re unsure where to turn or are having difficulty navigating the options on your own, the IDD Navigator can assist individuals or families seeking services for those with IDD. …
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Illinois ABLE
IL ABLE is a savings and investment plan that makes it possible for people with disabilities and their families to save and invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability. ABLE Accounts can help solve a long-time predicament that many people with disabilities face: how to build financial wellness without risking much-needed…
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Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote the independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of those with disabilities into the community, ensuring that those individuals with developmental disabilities have the same opportunities as others in the community. Their mission is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities participate and are included in everyday life…
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Illinois Crisis Prevention Network (ICPN)
Illinois Crisis Prevention Network’s (ICPN) mission is to bridge the gap between crisis management and crisis prevention by providing support and stability for children and adults experiencing behavioral, mental health, or medical challenges so that they may live and flourish in their community. ICPN offers community-based services and support to those referred, their families, provider…
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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission protects the rights and promotes the welfare of persons with disabilities. The Commission is an executive state agency created to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. By providing legal representation, investigating complaints of rights violations, and providing state guardianship for Illinois’ population with disabilities, the Commission has given…
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JCFS Chicago
JCFS Chicago provides integrative counseling services and psychological testing to understand learning differences and cognitive, emotional, and other mental health disorders. Their expert therapists offer guidance to help children, teens, and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. With services infused with Jewish values and compassion, JCFS Chicago works to make the community inclusive…
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LifeSpeed Behavioral Support Services
LifeSpeed provides systematic behavioral support to children, adolescents, and adults to ensure each person they work with is successful in accomplishing their goals. LifeSpeed team members are committed, compassionate, and competent professionals who will strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will create an individualized Treatment Plan…
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National Wellness Institute
The National Wellness Institute (NWI) is the leader in providing professional development and engagement opportunities that support individuals from various disciplines in promoting whole-person wellness. In addition to certificate programs, NWI offers live and on-demand webinars, events, & eLearning courses. Some of NWI’s current certificate programs include: Worksite Wellness Specialist Mastering Workplace Wellness Laws Financial…
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Pathways
Pathways offers educational resources for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to support the growth and development of children. Their mission is to provide free tools to maximize all children’s motor, sensory, and communication development. They empower parents to understand and encourage their baby’s development to keep them on track or catch potential delays early. Pathways…
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Udemy
Udemy is committed to improving lives through learning. Whether you want to learn a new skill, train your teams, or share your knowledge with the world, you’re in the right place. As a leader in online learning, Udemy strives to help you achieve your goals and transform your life. Udemy offers courses from critical workplace…
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UIC Developmental Disabilities Clinic
As part of the University of Illinois at Chicago and the state of Illinois’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, the Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic has access to innovative research centers and renowned leaders in the field of disabilities to connect you to the latest research and practices in consultation, support, and education for…
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Action Behavior Centers
Action Behavior Centers’ leading ABA therapy centers can help your child receive an autism diagnosis with their autism spectrum test. Whether your child with autism needs services in the center, at home, or after school, Action Behavior Centers’ ABA therapists can help your child achieve success on the spectrum.
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Anixter Center
Anixter Center offers various services, including daily support in both individual and group settings through its community mental health services and 40-hour DHS-approved QIDP training facilitated by Anixter Center instructors. Scroll below or use these links to jump to more information on these Anixter Center services. Mental Health Services QIDP Training
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Aspire Chicago
Aspire Chicago’s Behavioral Therapy program empowers people with disabilities in their interactions, relationships, and as communicators. Their behavior therapists and board-certified behavior analysts use applied behavior analysis techniques and therapy to help people, their support teams, and their loved ones build skills, create routines, and identify ways to feel more comfortable and be more successful…
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Autism Support Chicago
Autism Support Chicago is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the children and families served by providing them with tools and techniques to better communicate and learn. Their focus is on increasing your child’s behavior to communicate and decreasing the number of challenging behaviors they face throughout the day. They want to meet your child…
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CARES® Dementia Care Training
HealthCare Interactive, Inc. offers CARES®, an online dementia care training, certification, and professional credentialing. Developed in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, CARES provides a series of ten online dementia care training programs. Program topics include person-centered care, the basics of Alzheimer’s and Dementia, understanding behavior as communication, pain and how it impacts care, dementia-related behavior,…
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Class Central
The Class Central catalog brings courses from many providers into one place with a catalog of over 100,000 online courses in the online learning-verse. Take courses from Coursera, edX, Udemy, Google, TEDx, and universities worldwide on almost any subject. Class Central’s goal is to make online education work for everyone. Note: Class Central is not…
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Clearbrook
Clearbrook’s Training Department offers DHS-approved QIDP training for other organizations – 40 hours of high-quality curricula related to residential, ICF, and day services QIDPs. Call or email the contact above for information on attending QIDP training.
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Council on Quality and Leadership
Since 1969, the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) has been a leader in working with human service organizations and systems to define, measure, and improve the quality of life and quality of services for youth, adults, and older adults with I/DD or psychiatric disabilities. CQL believes that investing in the professional development of employees…
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DirectCourse
DirectCourse is an online training curriculum specifically tailored to empower the direct service workforce in their mission to ensure individuals with disabilities lead enriching lives within their communities. Their approach is rooted in long-standing partnerships with field leaders, ensuring every curriculum set is both comprehensive and cohesive.
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Find Food IL
Find Food IL is a community food map that shows places in your community that offer free food or meals. Use the map to find local food pantries, stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons, school and summer meal sites, older adult resources, farmers markets, and more. This easy-to-use map lets you search…
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Health Tech Academy
Health Tech Academy’s self-paced online bootcamps are designed to accelerate your path to a well-paying career in healthcare. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and personalized learning, their bootcamps are tailored to fit seamlessly into your schedule. They collaborate with universities and employers to transform the healthcare workforce, one talent at a time. Health Tech…
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Illinois ABLE
IL ABLE is a savings and investment plan that makes it possible for people with disabilities and their families to save and invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability. ABLE Accounts can help solve a long-time predicament that many people with disabilities face: how to build financial wellness without risking much-needed…
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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission protects the rights and promotes the welfare of persons with disabilities. The Commission is an executive state agency created to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. By providing legal representation, investigating complaints of rights violations, and providing state guardianship for Illinois’ population with disabilities, the Commission has given…
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Infinitec
Infinitec’s Online Classroom offers online learning modules for K-12 and social service organizations. The Online Classroom includes DHS-approved online DSP, QIDP, and RBT training curricula, content focused on mandatory training, regulatory compliance, and the GRACE Project on aging with I/DD, with ENGAGE Online Training Administration System and management of private training content. In addition to…
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IntellectAbility
IntellectAbility helps agencies and supporters to better assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). IntellectAbility provides information and support for the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST), a web-based tool that identifies health risks and provides actionable steps to mitigate those risks. Supporters can work proactively, utilizing decisions based on 22 crucial risk areas. The…
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JCFS Chicago
JCFS Chicago provides integrative counseling services and psychological testing to understand learning differences and cognitive, emotional, and other mental health disorders. Their expert therapists offer guidance to help children, teens, and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. With services infused with Jewish values and compassion, JCFS Chicago works to make the community inclusive…
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National Wellness Institute
The National Wellness Institute (NWI) is the leader in providing professional development and engagement opportunities that support individuals from various disciplines in promoting whole-person wellness. In addition to certificate programs, NWI offers live and on-demand webinars, events, & eLearning courses. Some of NWI’s current certificate programs include: Worksite Wellness Specialist Mastering Workplace Wellness Laws Financial…
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Peter Leidy
Peter Leidy conducts workshops, develops training materials, writes songs, speaks and sings at conferences, and works with organizations, government agencies, families, and paid supporters to promote positive support, inclusion, building healthy relationships, and thinking differently about people who are called “challenging.” He focuses on personalizing support and community membership for people with disabilities. He’s been…
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Relias
Relias Learning provides engaging, comprehensive training and professional development, including DSP training and live and on-demand webinars. Their resource library is searchable by industry, with options specifically targeting the IDD community, behavioral health, autism, nursing, and more. Complimentary webinars are included with registration. See the Relias website to request a demo.
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SkillPointe
SkillPointe helps you explore healthcare careers, find the training you need to get there, and even find a job. As you embark on your next chapter, get healthcare industry news and learn from people who are in the workforce what it’s really like to do the job. The healthcare industry is projected to add skills-based…
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Tarrytown
Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy is a long-term care pharmacy specializing in serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They aim to provide high-quality pharmacy services for IDD and behavioral health communities through innovative and compassionate pharmacy services. Tarrytown is dedicated to partnering with caregivers, direct support professionals, nurses, and the broader community to reduce stress, save…
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UIC Developmental Disabilities Clinic
As part of the University of Illinois at Chicago and the state of Illinois’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, the Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic has access to innovative research centers and renowned leaders in the field of disabilities to connect you to the latest research and practices in consultation, support, and education for…
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UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) at the University of Illinois Chicago offers archived webinars on a variety of topics for paid continuing education units (CEUs). These webinars are previous TAP/IDHD/LEND live webinars. IDHD webinars offer timely information and may be viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. IDHD professionals are…