Community Provider Track

Who It's For

The Community Service Provider Track is designed for staff employed by Community Rehabilitation Providers (CRPs) and other organizations that provide contracted services to support vocational rehabilitation participants in achieving their employment goals.

This track is particularly relevant for:

  • Employment/job placement specialists
  • Job developers
  • Job coaches
  • Benefits specialists
  • Independent Living Center staff
  • Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) providers
  • Other professionals who support individuals with disabilities in employment and community participation
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How to Apply

Agency leadership can submit an application on behalf of staff members here.

Interested in participating? Contact your supervisor to express your interest and discuss the opportunity.

Agency Leader Application Form

Coming January 2027

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Training Schedule

Training Track Start Date End Date Application
CRP January 2027 Cohort 1/11/2027 3/7/2027 Opening in November 2026
CRP March 2027 Cohort 3/22/2027 5/16/2027 Opening in January 2027
CRP May 2027 Cohort 5/10/2027 7/4/2027 Opening in March 2027
CRP July 2027 Cohort 7/12/2027 9/5/2027 Opening in May 2027
CRP September 2027 Cohort 9/7/2027 10/31/2027 Opening in July 2027

What You'll Learn

Gain a practical understanding of vocational rehabilitation principles and contemporary practices for supporting people with disabilities.

This track is tailored specifically for community service providers who work alongside VR agencies and support VR participants. You'll learn how the VR system works, how services fit into the larger employment process, and strategies for effectively supporting individuals in achieving their employment goals.

What to Expect

Designed for working professionals, this flexible online program provides practical, job-relevant learning that can be applied immediately.

  • Fully online course delivered through Canvas
  • Accessible mobile learning anytime, anywhere
  • Optional live learning sessions
  • 8-week program requiring approximately 3 hours per week
  • Weekly assignments and due dates
  • Practical strategies and resources for service delivery
  • Short, engaging lessons with audio and video options
  • Guidance from instructors and support from peers through the Community of Practice
  • Accessible design that supports learners with disabilities

What You'll Earn

Participants who successfully complete the track will earn:

  • Microcredentials (details coming soon)
  • A course completion certificate