2009 DIR® Institute Educational Programs

We are pleased to announce the

DIR® Summer Institute is returning to the

ASILOMAR Conference Grounds in California

to celebrate the …

10th Anniversary of the DIR® Institute

July 8 – 12, 2009

Featuring special programs and guest speakers    

Join us at the historic Asilomar Conference Grounds in beautiful Pacific Grove, CA, which front the Monterey Bay, offering sandy beaches, cool fresh sea air, lush wooded forests, walking trails, sand dunes and wildlife.   Historic and contemporary meeting rooms provide a relaxed setting for presentation and discussion.  The natural surroundings and comfortable accommodations offer ample space and time for reflection, discussion and connection among DIR® colleagues, new and old. 

The ICDL (the non-profit Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders) sponsors the annual DIR® Summer Institute. The Institute features a nationally and internationally renowned multidisciplinary faculty, offering an intimate, intensive 5-day learning experience.   

We invite applications from individuals who work with children and adolescents with communication, relationship, emotional and developmental challenges across disciplines. Eligible candidates must have already completed introductory training in the DIR® and the Floortime™ model, such as attending the ICDL November Conference, or a comprehensive regional training by an ICDL Faculty member, or participated in Dr. Stanley Greenspan’s on-line training course  (www.stanleygreenspan.com).  Participants typically include pediatric professionals, such as developmental pediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists; speech/language, occupational, physical, music and art therapists; school psychologists, early intervention specialists, special educators, school administrators and para-professionals.

Those who have just begun to study and implement the DIR® model and Floortime™ are invited to apply to our DIR® B Beginning Program. Those with more advanced training and experience, intent on working towards the “DIR® Certificate,” are invited to join our DIR® C Program.  For para-professionals, such as Instructional Aides, the Floortime Player Diploma Program is for you.  Finally, DIR® school administrators are invited to join the DIR® A Program, which you can attend in tandem with the DIR® C certification program, if eligible.

To begin the application process, we encourage you to review this introductory information.  You will find application information at the end…but don’t wait to apply – acceptance can be competitive and spaces are limited!

Special discounts group registrations!

Groups of 3 or more from same workplace will receive $50.00 discount person

(Payment must be received within 7 days of acceptance to reserve space and to obtain discounted rate)

**Application Submission Deadline:  April 25, 2009!!! **

(*Applications received after this date will be considered on a space available basis only)

I. Which Program to apply to?

Click here to view a comparative table of all the programs

II. What does the DIR® Institute offer?

At the 2009 Tenth Annual DIR® Institute you will:

• Be immersed in a rich 5-day learning experience on DIR® theory and practice to develop the skills needed to provide DIR® services in your workplace for children with special needs and their families.
• Interact with the DIR® faculty - nationally and internationally known DIR® experts across disciplines, as you discuss your work.
• Explore in depth what a truly (D)developmental, (I)individualized and (R)relationship-based approach to assessment and intervention can offer to a child and family.
• Present your work and learn from others in small interdisciplinary case discussion groups led by co-faculty each day
• Attend daily model case presentations, special subject panel programs and specific courses tailored to each program. 
• Hear special guest lectures by distinguished guest faculty and speakers
• Be introduced, or further, an understanding of a truly multidisciplinary approach to assessment and intervention with children with special needs and their families.
• Learn to use the new ICDL Diagnostic Manual for Infancy and Early Childhood – a groundbreaking multi-disciplinary diagnostic classification approach (DMIC).

• Enjoy in-depth small group training to learn and master the principles and practice of DIR® assessment and intervention and/or Floortime™.
• Upon completion of Certificate program select candidates may be invited to the DIR® Facilitator-Trainer Program: including DIR® Institute Facilitator, Faculty-in-Training, DIR® Educator and Consultant.
• Enjoy the amazing attributes of Asilomar!  Walk the beach, dine, swim, and make new friends – network with multidisciplinary colleagues from across the country, the world, and your community
• Learn, reflect and enjoy..

III.  What do past participants have to say about their experiences?

“The ICDL DIR® Summer Institute has continually provided me with not only the opportunity to advance my personal skill set, but also to connect with like-minded professionals from an array of disciplines in a spirit of collaboration.  As far as training conferences go, none other has been nearly as inspiring - I always find myself equipped with more insight and a replenished spirit that takes me through the year, until the following summer.”  ~ L. DiLuzio, SLP, San Jose, CA

To read more testimonials click here

IV.  How do I apply? (And by when?)

After reviewing the above, to apply for the 2009 Summer DIR® Institute you will need to first submit a complete APPLICATION via e-mail to DIRInstitute@icdl.com. If you are accepted you will receive an acceptance notice that will include additional documents that will help process your application. You must mail in a hard copy of the the registration materials including a hardcopy of your application along with your payment. Please note that your payment must be submitted within 7 days of your acceptance in order to reserve your space at the institute. You are welcome to write to us with any questions regarding which program is most appropriate for you or to be considered for advanced placement. It is best to do so after you have completed the application so that we have the information needed to respond to most inquiries (DIRInstitute@icdl.com). We are happy to review your experience in order to answer any further questions. There is no fee for applying or review.  Please mail registration materials to:

4938 Hampden Lane
Suite 800
Bethesda, Maryland 20814

Housing fees for accommodations/meals at Asilomar are separate (see below).

TO REGISTER CLICK HERE

We look forward to receiving your application and hope you will be able to join us to celebrate our exciting 10th anniversary and participate in your first or continued, intensive and enriching DIR® Institute.

• Complete and submit as directed as soon as possible! Remember – spaces are limited….
• Housing costs are not included in the institute enrollment/application fee (see below)
• The Institute participation payment form will be sent to you upon acceptance into the program.
• You may request two-installment payments ( please note that the final installment must be submitted by April 1, 2009)
• Group discounts for three or more from the same agency/program are available.
• ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE IN BY APRIL 25th, 2009
• Applications arriving after April 25, 2009 will be considered on a space available basis, forfeiting an enrollment refund and with no guarantee of housing at Asilomar, as they book up fast!
• Participants may cancel their enrollment in the ICDL DIR® Institute by May 4, 2009. A 25% administrative fee will be applied.
• After May 4, 2009, there will be no refunds for enrollment.
• TO REGISTER CLICK HERE

V.  What are the housing accommodations like and what are the costs?

Housing costs are separate from the DIR® Institute Fees.  Asilomar Conference Grounds are offering us a special group rates, therefore, please wait until you have submitted your application and it has been accepted.  *Once you have been accepted we will then send you the housing registration form, reflecting our special rates.  Housing are in both historical and contemporary accommodations.  Room rates range from $500.+ to $ 800.+  for four nights and meals. 

(*Note please do not attempt to make housing reservations until we have received your application and you have been accepted.  We will send you the housing form at that time.)

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TO REGISTER CLICK HERE