Who's Who at EITC
EITC is committed to developing and delivering professional development opportunities that advance the well being of families with young children, and addressing the needs of children with disabilities and those at risk. The EITC staff are committed to responding to the needs of EI personnel by supporting growth both within and across disciplines. Core training and mentorship ensure that all team members share a common knowledge-skill base and values — a prerequisite to providing consistent messages and services. EI parents are integral members of EITC training teams.
Jean Nigro, DPH, Acting Training Director
ph: (978) 851-7261 x4041
e-mail: jean.nigro@state.ma.us
Jean provides vision and oversight to the many projects and ongoing tasks of the Early Intervention Training Center, with the goal of providing professional development opportunities that are responsive to the needs of the Massachusetts Early Intervention community, in collaboration with the Department of Public Health.
Holly Newman, DPH, Comprehensive System of Professional Development Coordinator
ph: (617) 994-9815
e-mail: holly.newman@state.ma.us
Holly is responsible for oversight of the process for Certification for Early Intervention Specialists (CEIS); collaboration with institutions of higher education; Shishmanian Fellowships; membership in Personnel Prep Committee; management of listservs; and development of new training modules.
Mary Beth Curley, DPH, CEC Coordinator
ph: (617) 994-9809
e-mail: mary.beth.curley@state.ma.us
Mary Beth manages applications for Competency Education Credits (CECs) both for organizations and individuals
Susan Breen, DPH, Assistant Certification Coordinator
ph: (617) 624-5419
e-mail: susan.breen@state.ma.us
Susan manages all aspects of CEIS, PCAS, individualized process of CEIS, and the personnel database.
Laura Guida, AdCare Educational Institute
AdCare Educational Institute, Inc.
ph: (508) 752-7313
e-mail: Laura@Adcare-Educational.org
Laura manages workshop registrations; answers questions about past trainings and certificates; and addresses issues relating to CEU and PDPs.