Providers

The following information is specific to those who provide services for children under school-age five with special needs.
 

CDS System Information

  • Provider Contract Resources. Resources for contracted service providers.

  • Provider Related Administrative Letters. 

  • CDS Policy Manual. The CDS Policy Manual is compiled to provide a current source of reference to employees and providers. This manual is intended to assist leadership in the delivery of policy, services, programs and practices in a fair, equitable, and consistent manner; and will be updated as necessary.

  • CDS Related Forms. Browse all special education forms, many of which are applicable to CDS.
     
  • CINC Provider Training

Early Intervention (Part C)

  • Child Outcome Summary. Progress for all children eligible for early intervention/special education is measured on three national child outcomes.

Early Childhood Special Education (Part B, 619)

  • Academic Calendar. Calendar for CDS Part B 619.
     
  • Program Approval. All public and private Early Childhood or Special Education programs that intend to provide special education and related services for children school-age  three to five must obtain approval through the CDS State Intermediate Educational Unit.

Professional Development Opportunities. Resources for professional development events for early childhood professionals.