Early Intervention Training Program at the University of Illinois

This page contains resources for the Online System Overview training launched on January 5, 2026. Alternatively, you can download the Online System Overview Resources Listing (pdf). Click on a Chapter title below to navigate to those resources:

• Chapter 1: Introduction to Illinois Early Intervention
• Chapter 2: Illinois Lead Agency and System Supports
• Chapter 3: Early Intervention Network Overview
• Chapter 4 - Overview of Professional Responsibilities
• Chapter 5: Child & Family Connections
• Chapter 6: Early Intervention Services

Chapter 1: Introduction to Illinois Early Intervention

EI Philosophy Guidance

• Early Intervention Principles 
• Early Intervention Principles in Practice from ECTA
• Partnering With Families Video
• Introduction to EI Video

Guidebooks and Manuals

• Child & Family Connections - Procedure Manual (pdf) from IDHS
• Provider Handbook (pdf) from Provider Connections

Legislation & Regulations

• US Department of Education - IDEA and OSEP
• Illinois State Rule 500
• EITP Resources page on Rules and Regulations

Practice Guidance

• DEC Recommended Practices
• Evidence Practices – Key Terms and Definitions from DASY Center

Legacy Learning Modules for Chapter 1

• Illinois Early Intervention at a Glance (12:49)
• Early Intervention and Families (17:02)

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Chapter 2: Illinois Lead Agency and System Supports

Interactive Systems of Support Graphic

• Systems of Support

Child and Family Connections (CFC)

• Interactive CFC Map – All CFCs contact info and websites when applicable
• IDHS Office Locator or CFC Listing (pdf)

EI Clearinghouse

• Home Page
• Lending Library
• Credentialing Credit Videos

Early Intervention Training Program (EITP)

• List of EITP Training Events
• Catalog of online, self-paced courses approved for EI Credit
• New to EI Forum  (monthly Zoom meeting for EI professionals in first 18 months to ask questions and receive clarification on all topics)

Provider Connections

• Credentialing Overview
• New Applicants - Credential Application Requirements, Instructions, and Resources
• Video – Completing the EI Credential Application
• IMPACT enrollment (Medicaid Billing, a requirement for most)
• Temporary Credential Requirements

EI Technical Assistance and Monitoring

• IFSP Documentation Tip Sheet (pdf)
• Report Writing Tip Sheet (pdf)
• HIPPA Compliance Help Sheet (pdf)

EI Central Billing Office

• EICBO Billing Information for Providers (pdf)
• What do I do when my claim is not getting paid? (pdf)
• EI Referral Form (pdf) - Information that helps determine appropriate evaluation and services for a child and family

Lead Agency Website

• IDHS Lead Agency
• IDEC Lead Agency (becomes effective July 2026)

Interagency Council on Early Intervention

• Interagency Council on EI

Legacy Learning Module for Chapter 2

• Illinois EI Lead Agency and Partners (3:42)

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Chapter 3: Early Intervention Network Overview

EI Network

• EI & Medical Home Resources
• Illinois Head Start
• INCCRRA’s Service Search
• Mandated Reporting Resources
• Division of Specialized Care for Children
• Head Start & Early Head Start program locator
• iGrow Home Visiting
• Preschool for All
• Partner Plan Act Website
• Illinois Early Learning Project
• Illinois Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program
• Crisis Nursery Coalition of Illinois
• Illinois Respite Coalition

EI Provider Information

• EITP Resource page on Hearing and Vision
• EITP Resource page on Collaboration and Teaming

Legacy Learning Module for Chapter 3

• The Early Intervention Network (21:24)

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Chapter 4 - Overview of Professional Responsibilities

Billing Resources

• EICBO Website
  1. Billing Information for Providers
  2. Billing Requirements for Claim Submission
  3. Denial Codes
  4. How to Send Resubmitted and Corrected Claims
  5. QClaims
  6. IMPACT tips

Credentialling Resources

• Provider Connections Website
  1. Credential Application Requirements
  2. Credentialing Frequently Asked Questions
  3. Credential Application and Renewal
  4. Instructional Videos for Credentialling related topics
  5. HIPAA Resources

Family Participation Fee Guidance

• Provider Information Notice regarding Family Participation Fees (12/04/2025) (pdf) from IDHS
• EITP Resource page on Family Fees

Legacy Learning Modules for Chapter 4

• Credentialling, Billing, and Enrollment (25:24)
• Rationale for Illinois EI Billing & Insurance (6:22)
• Billing Requirements (6:38)
• Roles & Responsibilities [of providers, CFCs, Families, and the EICBO] (14:26)
• Terminology & Benefit Verification (10:53)
• Claim Submission (14:53)
• Waivers & Exemptions (8:11)
• Documentation (8:58)
• Tips and Resources (2:42)

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Chapter 5: Child & Family Connections

CFCs and Service Coordinators

• Service Coordination Position Statement (pdf) from DEC and IDTA
• CFC Interactive Map
• EITP Objectives
• Service Coordinator Overview and Requirements from Provider Connections

Legacy Learning Module for Chapter 5

• Illinois Service Coordination Model (4:13)

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Chapter 6: Early Intervention Services

Eligibility, Evaluation, and Assessment

• EITP Resource Page on Evaluation/Assessment & Eligibility
• 5 Developmental Domains and Eligibility  (pdf)
• Decision Tree for Summary Rating Discussions  (Used to determine age-expected skill expression)
  1. Similar version: Decision Tree for Summary Rating Discussions (No Numbers) from ECTA
• Definitions of EI Services from EI Clearinghouse

Individualized Family Service Plans

• EITP Resource page on IFSPs
• IFSP Development Time at a Glance (pdf)
• IFSP Development Considerations and Questions (pdf)
• Developing High Quality IFSP Outcomes (pdf)
• Natural Environments Guide & Resources from EI Clearinghouse
• Natural Environments Defined and Described from EI Clearinghouse

Child and Family Outcomes

• EITP Resource page on Child Outcomes 
• How to know if your program is achieving positive Child and Family Outcomes - Article from VEIPD
• Breadth of the Three Child Outcomes – Article & Infographic from ECTA
• Outcome Ratings Definitions for use with the Child Outcomes Summary (COS) Form (pdf)
• Understanding Child Outcomes Audio Clip (3:40)

Legacy Learning Modules for Chapter 6

• Referral, Intake, and Child & Family Rights (19:28)
• Overview of Eligibility in Illinois EI System (15:40)
• Evaluation and Assessment (17:39)
• Illinois EI Report Format (26:51)
• Developing the IFSP (14:01)
• Child Outcomes (13:56)
• Determining Child Status and Progress (14:17)
• Family Concerns and Priorities (14:44)
• From Outcomes to Strategies to Service Plan (13:11)
• Factors to Consider Prior to Implementing the IFSP (27:18)
• Implementing and Reviewing the IFSP (20:47)
• Modifying the IFSP (23:51)
• Overview and Goals of Transition (13:50)
• Options for Transition (9:15)
• Transition Roles and Responsibilities (23:24)
• Transition Special Timelines (5:04)

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