First Steps Training
Welcome to Maine Autism Institute for Education and Research (MAIER) on-line First Steps training for Early Start Maine using the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM). This on-line training was developed to build the capacity of Primary Service Providers (PSP) to implement ESDM through Child Development Services (CDS). The content of this training will provide you with a strong understanding and foundation to support your practice in this model. This is the first step in the training you will receive from MAIER to become an ESDM provider in the Early Start Maine program. Upon completion you will participate in a one day Fidelity training.
You are here because your supervisor has directed you to this site to begin your ESDM journey and you meet the requirements necessary to begin this training. This means you have completed the CDS PSP required training for coaching and have a copy of the Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism book. This book is available to order through Amazon.com. If you are unable to obtain the manual, please notify your trainer before beginning the training.
The First Steps on-line training is a guided self-study with six checkpoints after each designated section. After each section you will submit a reflection on what you have learned to the instructor and arrange a time to review each section reflection, clarify questions, and discuss content. This provides you with the time needed to complete the readings and activities at your own pace. The training will take approximately 2 weeks to complete.
Ready to Begin?
- Contact the instructor to let her know your start date. You can do this by email or by calling MAIER at 207- 581-2352
- You and the instructor will develop a plan for moving forward with dates for each section completion.
Let’s get started:
Once you have developed a plan with your instructor, begin by clicking on the First Steps Introduction on top right, then proceed through each section of the training as instructed.
