[Code of Federal Regulations]

[Title 45, Volume 4]

[Revised as of October 1, 2005]

From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access

[CITE: 45CFR1388.5]



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                        TITLE 45--PUBLIC WELFARE

 

CHAPTER XIII--OFFICE OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 

                           AND HUMAN SERVICES

 

PART 1388_THE UNIVERSITY AFFILIATED PROGRAMS--Table of Contents

 

Sec. 1388.5  Program criteria--preparation of personnel.



    (a) Introduction to preparation of personnel: UAP interdisciplinary 

training programs reflect state-of-the-art practices and prepare 

personnel concerned with developmental disabilities to promote the 

independence, productivity, integration and inclusion of individuals 

with developmental disabilities and their families.

    (b) UAP interdisciplinary training programs must be based on 

identified personnel preparation needs and have identified outcomes that 

are consistent with the mission and goals of the UAP.

    (c) The interdisciplinary training process, as defined by the UAP, 

must reflect a mix of students from diverse academic disciplines/

academic programs and cultures that reflect the diversity of the 

community. Faculty represent a variety of backgrounds and specialties, 

including individuals with disabilities and family members, and a 

variety of learning experiences, as well as reflecting the cultural 

diversity of the community. Trainees must receive academic credit as 

appropriate for participation in UAP training programs.

    (d) Preservice training must be integrated into all aspects of the 

UAP, including community training and technical assistance, direct 

services (if provided), and dissemination.

    (e) Trainees must be prepared to serve in a variety of roles, 

including advocacy and systems change. The UAP must encourage graduates 

to work in situations where they will promote the independence, 

productivity, integration and inclusion of individuals with 

developmental disabilities and their families.

    (f) The UAP must influence University curricula to prepare personnel 

who, in their future career in a broad range of social and community 

roles, will contribute to the accommodation and inclusion of individuals 

with developmental disabilities, as mandated in the Americans with 

Disabilities Act.

    (g) The UAP core curriculum must incorporate cultural diversity and 

demonstrate cultural competence. Trainees must be prepared to address 

the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their 

families in a culturally competent manner.

    (h) The UAP core curriculum must prepare trainees to be active 

participants in research and dissemination efforts. In addition, the 

curriculum must prepare trainees to be consumers of research as it 

informs practice and policy.