Early Childhood Inclusion Center of Excellence (ECI CoE)
Our Mission
Our mission at the Early Childhood Inclusion Center of Excellence (ECI CoE) is to be Ohio's central source for support, resources, and education, ensuring that all young children have access to and can meaningfully participate in high-quality early care and education.
Supporting Early Care and Education Professionals
Professional Development
A continuum of professional development for early childhood professionals and families through webinars, online training, and resources.
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Equipment & Materials
Explore and borrow equipment, materials, and assistive technology. Get ideas for utilizing these resources with our SPARK guides.
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Inclusion Support
Our Inclusion Support Specialists are here to connect you with resources and materials to facilitate inclusive practices in your early care setting.
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Cross-Agency Resources
We connect with organizations and agencies across Ohio. Check them out!
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Are you seeking a partner to help you connect with resources and obtain materials for facilitating inclusive practices? Our Inclusion Support Specialists are here to assist you.
We provide:
- Onsite consultation and coaching services to early care and education providers
- Assistance with strategy identification and implementation
Our goal is to support you as you promote access and participation in routines and activities for all children in your inclusive early care setting. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities to broaden your knowledge about inclusion and adaptations to support children's diverse needs.
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Now presenting: the ECI-CoE Collection
A collection of equipment, materials, and assistive technology to create awareness of, access to, and widespread use of, inclusive tools in all early care and education settings in Ohio.
Level 3 of the Professional Early Childhood Inclusion Credential (PECIC) Now Available
The PECIC was created to raise the level of awareness, knowledge, competency, and confidence of early care and education professionals creating an inclusive environment for all children. Three levels are offered to represent increasing levels of knowledge and implementation of inclusive practices across early care and education environments. PECIC Level 3 – Advanced is now available for all professionals.
Attention Administrators! Part C to B Training Opportunity
Available Now! Effective Transitions for Young Children and Families: IDEA Part C Early Intervention to Part B Early Childhood Services explores how to utilize cross agency collaboration to improve transitions from Part C Early Intervention to Preschool Special Education services.
In the Know Naptime Series
Join our Inclusion Support Specialists for the In the Know Naptime webinar series, a 30-minute virtual discussion on topics relevant to early care and education professionals.
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