IN PERSON SCIP-R Training May 2026
2026-05-18 09:00 - 18:00 UTC | IAC, 145 West 30th St 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Date: May 18th & 19th 9am – 6pm
Members $375 / Non-Members $400
IN PERSON AT IAC
Participants will learn safe & effective approaches to working with individuals who exhibit aggressive behaviors. Participants will also learn appropriate calming techniques, preventive strategies to de-escalate adverse situations & proper techniques for physical intervention when all else fails. This training covers CORE techniques. Staff seeking training must work in OPWDD-certified settings.

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IAC Cancellation Policy: We are unable to refund Registrations for Single day classes canceled with less than 24 hours notice and Registrations for Multi-day classes canceled with less than 48 hours notice. No- shows will be charged the full registration fee.

Part 1: Tech-Enabled Early Intervention for Autism Presented By Netsmart
2026-05-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Online via Zoom
Date: May 12th 12pm
CP State Affiliates & IAC Members: $100 for the full series
Non-Members: $200 for the full series

Are you ready to see how AI and data-driven technology can transform the IDD care continuum?

CP State and IAC kick off our four-part webinar series, Smarter Care, Faster Outcomes. Presented by Netsmart, this series is designed to help providers leverage tech-enabled workflows for better clinical and financial results.

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Early Intervention Committee
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom

ADAPT FREE WEBINAR - AUDITORY PROCESSING DISORDER: SETTING UP YOUR CHILD FOR SUCCESS
2026-05-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Online via Zoom
Date: May 7th 10am – 11:30am
DESCRIPTION: Auditory processing is simply what the brain does with the information it hears. It is a perceptual deficit that can impact listening, comprehension, literacy, and learning. The talk will go over the definition of auditory processing, behaviors and characteristics of a disorder, and how it is assessed. It will also focus on remediation approaches for home and school, including auditory training, accommodations, and compensatory strategies.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Parents, family members, caregivers and professionals who want to enhance the
lives of children, teenagers & young adults. We welcome anyone who strives to achieve the same goals.
LANGUAGE: English (Spanish and Mandarin Interpretation Provided)
Zoom’s closed caption feature can also translate speech into your preferred language.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
By web: Click Here
By Email: familyconnect@adaptcommunitynetwork.org
By Phone: (718) 436-7979

ACANY: Community Event for Individuals & Families
2026-05-06 10:00 - 14:00
ACANY’s upcoming Brooklyn/Queens Community Networking Event on May 6th at Terrace on the Park 10am – 2pm
Event Highlights:
– Free dental screenings and oral health education
– Benefits and entitlements panel
– Access to providers across multiple service areas. We currently have 90 Providers registered to table.
– Opportunities to learn about supports available now and in the future

While there will be ACANY leadership in attendance, the focus is on ensuring individuals and families have direct access to resources, information, and support within their communities.

We are continuing to expand participation beyond traditional providers to include a broader range of community-based organizations, with the goal of making this as meaningful and accessible as possible.

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Non-NYC Schools Subcommittee
2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom

HR Committee Meeting
2026-05-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom

Residential Services Committee Meeting
2026-04-30 14:30 - 16:30 | Online via Zoom

IN PERSON Train-the-Trainer: Empowering Everyday Leaders to See Beyond the PowerPoint
2026-04-30 10:00 - 14:00 | IAC, 145 West 30th St 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Date: April 30th 10am – 2pm
Members $95 / Non-Members $125
Presented by Kelly Nagy
IN PERSON AT IACDesigned for frontline leaders, clinical staff, and interdisciplinary team members-but open to anyone interested in providing effective training-this dynamic workshop equips participants with the skills to confidently train others on what they know best. Whether you’re rolling out a new policy, providing required training, or implementing treatment plans, this session will help you turn knowledge into impact.

Participants will:

Gain a practical overview of adult learning principles and training styles
Explore how to tailor delivery for diverse learners
Create a mini training segment to practice real-time facilitation
Receive live feedback in a supportive, hands-on environment

Why agencies love it: This training builds employee competence, boosts communication skills, enhances future training results, and empowers staff to lead from wherever they sit. It’s not just theory—it’s Training in Action.
*please bring or send in advance a few slides from one of your trainings to present if you would like to receive real-time feedback.

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IAC Cancellation Policy: We are unable to refund Registrations for Single day classes canceled with less than 24 hours notice and Registrations for Multi-day classes canceled with less than 48 hours notice. No- shows will be charged the full registration fee.

ADAPT FREE WEBINAR: Traveling the Road to OPWDD Eligibility & How Self-Direction Can Give You the Tools for a Fuller Life
2026-04-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 30th 10am – 11:30am

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to navigate the winding road to OPWDD eligibility. Find out how you can gain greater control of services received through self- direction once OPWDD eligibility has been obtained. Learn the fine points of self-direction and how it gives individuals and families the power and flexibility to choose the services they desire, the staff that works with them, and create a schedule that suits the person’s needs.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Parents, family members, caregivers and professionals who want to enhance the lives of children, teenagers & young adults. We welcome anyone who strives to achieve the same goals.
LANGUAGE: English (Spanish and Mandarin Interpretation Provided)
Zoom’s closed caption feature can also translate speech into your preferred language.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
By web: Click Here
By Email familyconnect@adaptcommunitynetwork.org
By Phone: (718) 436-7979 Ext.5139

FI Committee Meeting
2026-04-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom

Fiscal Strategies Committee Meeting
2026-04-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom

ONLINE Incident Investigation Recertification April 2026
2026-04-24 09:30 - 16:30 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 24th 9:30am – 4:30pm
Members $150 / Non-Members $200
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Those who have participated in IAC’s Incident Investigators training and have received a certification should be re-certified every 3 years. The course will include the following:

Review of Protection of People with Special Needs Act and Reforms
Social Service Law Section 488
OPWDD 624, 625
Jonathan’s law
Subjects of Abuse and Neglect/Process SCR and SEL
Investigations
Best Practice

All participants will be required to pass an exam with a score of 80 or better to receive a recertification. Only those who have been previously certified at IAC may attend.

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Eden II Programs - FREE WEBINAR - AGING WITH AUTISM & IDD: Health and Safety Considerations
2026-04-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 23rd 12pm – 2pm

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IAC Membership Meeting
2026-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom

QCDD Children's Services Committee Meeting
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom

ONLINE Incident Investigation Certification April Training 2026
2026-04-21 16:30 - 19:30 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 & 30th 4:30pm – 7:30p
Test Date: may 1st 8:30am – 4:30pm
Members $450 / Non-Members $550
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Are you a nonprofit professional ready to learn and take on investigations at your organization? This training will be an immersive virtual training series that provides specialized investigative skills to new investigators.
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IAC Cancellation Policy: We are unable to refund Registrations for Single day classes canceled with less than 24 hours notice and Registrations for Multi-day classes canceled with less than 48 hours notice. No- shows will be charged the full registration fee.

Education Committee
2026-04-21 11:30 - 13:30 | Online via Zoom

ONLINE Time Management Training
2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 21st 10am – 12pm
Presented by Hopper Trainings, LLC
Members $70 / Non-Members $95

The last several years have presented us with challenges that sap away more of our time than ever before. Staff are required to take on more tasks as staff recruitment and retention remain problematic. In this webinar, staff will learn various concepts that they can utilize and pass on to other staff members to effectively handle more responsibilities by eliminating “time wasters” that will reduce stress and make you perceived by others as the staff who is able to get the results your organization needs.
Training/Workshop Objectives:

To present some ideas that can help management streamline many tasks and responsibilities

Ideas that can be presented to staff to improve productivity and effective communication

Various time management tips

The importance of conscientiousness

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Transition Alliance - Steering Committee Meeting
2026-04-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom

ADES Committee Meeting
2026-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Online via Zoom

FREE Baker Tilly Presentation- Building a Resilient Compliance Program in an Era of Scrutiny
2026-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 16th 12pm – 1pm
Free but Registration Required!
Target Audience:
Chief compliance officers, legal counsel, executive leaders, board members, and internal audit professionals at behavioral health organizations.
Session Description:
With increased oversight from Medicaid agencies, managed care organizations, and federal regulators, behavioral health providers are under pressure to demonstrate effective compliance programs. This session will outline a maturity-based framework for evaluating and strengthening your organization’s compliance program. Participants will learn how to align compliance efforts with federal expectations, embed controls into business operations, and leverage internal audit to enhance program oversight.
OMIG Relevance:
OMIG’s compliance program guidance expects providers to demonstrate a culture of compliance with measurable progress. This session supports organizations in moving beyond paper programs to implement OMIG-aligned compliance infrastructure.
Learning Objectives:

Assess your organization’s compliance program maturity using a structured model.
Align compliance program elements with OIG expectations and industry best practices.
Define how internal audit can test and reinforce compliance effectiveness.

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ADAPT COMMUNITY NETWORK - FREE WEBINAR: Understanding Your Child's IEP
2026-04-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Online via Zoom
Date: April 16th 10am – 11:30am
Understanding the Role & Importance of Functional Behavior Assessment & Behavior Intervention Plan in Your Child’s IEP
This presentation is designed to help parents and professionals understand what a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) are, how they fit into a child’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and how these tools work together to support a child’s behavior at school. Participants will learn when it may be appropriate to request the FBA/BIP process, what behaviors may indicate the need for additional support, and how schools use assessment information to better understand and respond to a child’s needs. The session will also cover effective progress monitoring how schools track whether behavior supports are working, how to measure success, and how often data should be reviewed. Families and professionals will leave with practical knowledge to help them meaningfully participate in planning, implementing, and reviewing behavior supports for their child.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Parents, family members, caregivers and professionals who want to enhance the
lives of children, teenagers & young adults. We welcome anyone who strives to achieve the same goals.
LANGUAGE: English (Spanish and Mandarin Interpretation Provided)
Zoom’s closed caption feature can also translate speech into your preferred language.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
By web: Click Here
By Email: familyconnect@adaptcommunitynetwork.org
By Phone: (718) 436-7979 Ext.5139

NOW FULL-IN PERSON AMAP Training April 2026
2026-04-13 09:30 - 15:00 | IAC, 145 West 30th St 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Dates: April 13th, 14th & 15th from 9:30am-3pm
Members $175/ Non Members $200
This course certifies trainees to administer medications in OPWDD-funded residential and day programs. This course follows the OPWDD approved AMAP curriculum and includes: responsibilities of AMAP certification, common medications, side effects, rights and responsibilities of administering medication measurement of vital signs, and common abbreviations used in the medical field.
Please email madison@iacny.org to be added to the waitlist for this class.

IAC Cancellation Policy: We are unable to refund Registrations for Single day classes canceled with less than 24 hours notice and Registrations for Multi-day classes canceled with less than 48 hours notice. No- shows will be charged the full registration fee.

QA-Compliance Committee Meeting
2026-03-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom

Residential Committee
2026-03-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Online via Zoom

IN PERSON SCIP Instructor Refresher March 2026
2026-03-26 10:00 - 17:00 | IAC, 145 West 30th St 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10001, United States
March 26th 10am-5pm
Members $150/Non Members $200
This training meets in person at IAC.
This training satisfies the requirement that SCIP Instructors recertify annually. Instructors must provide documentation of the following:
-Initial SCIP Instructor Certificate
-Current CPR/AED/FA certification through an accredited agency
-Evidence of having taught at least one Full SCIP Core class (not Recert class) in the last year – such as attendance sheets
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