Apply for the Next Training Cohort

 This program is designed for education professionals who are ready to deepen their advocacy skills:

• Intervention specialists and special education teachers
• Building and district administrators
• General education teachers who sit on IEP or 504 teams
• School counselors, school psychologists, and related service providers
   

Whether you remain in your current role or eventually collaborate with families independently, this training gives you a clear, structured framework for advocacy that is practical, ethical, and student-centered.

• Advocacy Skills in Action
  Learn how to frame concerns, ask the right questions, and keep meetings focused on student needs, without escalating conflict.
• IEP & 504 Analysis
  Practice reading and dissecting IEPs, 504 plans, ETRs, FBAs, and BIPs to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and missing supports.
• Understanding Legal Frameworks
  Gain a working understanding of the laws that shape services (IDEA, Section 504, ADA) so you can speak confidently in meetings and documents.
• Documentation & Educational Assessments
  Build skills in writing clear, organized educational summaries and reports that support data-driven decisions for students.

Program Structure

• Format: Live virtual sessions and guided independent practice
• Materials: Sample IEPs/504 plans, templates, and checklists
• Time Commitment:  6 hours of training with [2] live sessions 
• Community: Opportunities to connect with like-minded educators who care deeply about student access and equity
   

Each participant completes practical assignments that mirror real-life advocacy tasks, such as reviewing a plan, drafting a parent-friendly summary, or outlining key questions for an IEP meeting.

Opportunities After Training

This training is designed first and foremost to strengthen your work with students and families wherever you serve.

For those who are interested, successful completion of the program may also open the door to:

• Future collaboration with Navigate Solutions as an independent educational advocate, and/or
• Referral opportunities when families in your region are seeking support.
   

Note: Participation in the training does not guarantee a position or contract with NavigatED Solutions or the affiliated businesses. Any future collaboration is subject to separate agreement and review.