Interdisciplinary Training
Interdisciplinary Training Program: Preparing Graduate Students to Lead in Disability Services
The Florida Center for Inclusive Communities (FCIC) trains the next generation of professionals who work with people with disabilities. Our Interdisciplinary Training Program is designed for graduate students at the University of South Florida who want to build careers supporting people with developmental disabilities and their families.
What is training program?
Our training program supports graduate students from multiple academic disciplines—including Positive Behavior Support, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, Education, School Psychology, Public Health, and others—as they learn to become leaders in disability services. We provide:
- Mentorship from nationally recognized faculty in developmental disabilities and positive behavior support
- Individualized training plans tailored to your field and career goals
- Access to specialized courses, research opportunities, and professional development
- Connection to the national AUCD network of disability professionals
We also train Community Scholars—individuals with disabilities who are building career skills through on-the-job training experiences at FCIC.
Why join?
Our trainees develop the knowledge, skills, and connections to:
- Promote independence, productivity, and community inclusion for people with disabilities
- Lead with person-centered, evidence-based approaches
- Advocate for disability policy and inclusion at local and national levels
- Build careers in behavioral health, education, rehabilitation, and related fields
Who should apply?
This program is for USF graduate students and participants in select FCIC community programs. See our Eligibility Criteria page for details. We do not provide community training workshops for external organizations.
