The Online Certificate in Early Intervention prepares you to develop a system of services and support for infants, toddlers, and young children with disabilities or delays in development. You’ll benefit from advanced training in comprehensive, evidence-based early intervention practices, including a “system of care” approach to the delivery of services.
In the classroom, you’ll engage with subject matter experts and instructors from Georgetown University’s Center for Child and Human Development, a designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). You’ll leave the program with the values, skills, and knowledge needed to intervene effectively and support young children in a culturally competent, family-centric partnership.
Ideal for: Childhood services professionals
Ideal for
Childhood services professionals
Duration: 9 courses over 10 months
Duration
9 courses over 10 months
Tuition: $6,000
Tuition
$6,000
Format: Online & On-Campus
Format
Online & On-Campus
Schedule: Online classes with 4 on-site intensives
Schedule
Online classes with 4 on-site intensives
Semester of Entry: Fall
Semester of Entry
Fall
Upon successful completion of the certificate, you will be able to:
Assess and promote social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral health
Form partnerships with families in the context of their communities
Identify developmental, behavioral, and emotional problems and disorders early
Intervene effectively using evidence-based knowledge and practices
Develop and manage effective systems of supports and services
Testimonials from current students and alumni.
This program has equipped me with the appropriate knowledge and resources to enhance both my narrative and clinical reasoning skills to holistically connect with families. I develop and implement a plan of care that's truly client-centered, evidence-based, and therapeutic with a focus on optimal developmental outcomes for the child and overall family unit.
Lashandra Russell
Certificate in Early Intervention
Curriculum & Schedule
Our classes are taught online in real-time by Georgetown instructors using Zoom video conferencing. They are designed to provide our professional learners with a high-quality, engaging educational experience. For more information, please contact Program Support at pdcprograms@georgetown.edu.
You must successfully complete the nine required courses for a total of 20.00 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), which is equivalent to 200.0 contact hours. All nine courses must be completed within the 10-month time frame. For more information on course schedules, please see the Certificate in Early Intervention 2025 Program Schedule.
Foundations of Early Intervention (2 CEUs)
Serving Children with High-Intensity Disabilities in the Natural Environment (2 CEUs)
Providing Services to Young Children (3 CEUs)
Gathering Information to Determine Eligibility (3 CEUs)
Special Topics in Early Intervention (1 CEU)
Integrated Practices in Early Childhood (3 CEUs)
Administration and Leadership in Early Intervention (3 CEUs)
Practice Applications in Early Intervention (1 CEU)
Capstone Course in Early Intervention, Parts I and II (2 CEUs)
What Is Live Online Learning?
Live online instruction is enhanced by incorporating various instructional practices and technology tools. Features such as Zoom video conferencing, breakout rooms, and chat allow for real-time interaction and collaboration among learners. Tools like Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Canvas Groups facilitate teamwork and information sharing within the learning community. Polling, surveys, and threaded discussion boards promote active engagement and the expression of opinions. It is important to foster social respect, privacy, and incorporate Jesuit values to create a supportive and inclusive online environment. By utilizing these practices and tools effectively, live online instruction can be engaging, interactive, and conducive to meaningful learning experiences.
What Is On-Campus Learning?
On-Campus programs combine traditional classroom learning with interactive experiential methodology. Classes typically meet for two or three consecutive days once a month at our downtown Washington, D.C., campus.
Mariana’s passion is to empower people with the tools and skills they need so they can thrive when facing complex challenges. Mariana is a graduate of the Catholic University, São ... Read more
Rachel Brady
Rachel Brady, PT, DPT, MS is a physical therapist and assistant professor at the Georgetown University, Center for Child and Human Development (GUCCHD). Dr. Brady is also the director of ... Read more
Jill Chimka
Jill Chimka, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, is an adjunct lecturer for the Georgetown University School for Continuing Studies Certificate in Early Intervention program, teaching the course Serving Children with High-Intensity Disabilities in ... Read more
Jamie Holloway
Jamie Holloway, PT, DPT, PhD, PCS is a Lecturer/Consultant of the Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development where she teaches in the GU Certificate in Early Intervention program. ... Read more
Ellen Kagen
Ellen B. Kagen is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgetown University and the founder of the Georgetown Leadership Academy, a national leadership learning and consultation effort focusing on the leadership ... Read more
Toby Long
Toby Long, PhD, PT, FAPTA is Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Georgetown University and Director of Professional Development at the Center for Child and Human Development. She is the Founder and ... Read more
Ashley Nartey
Ashley Nartey is an early childhood educator, school administrator and an adjunct instructor. In addition to teaching in the Georgetown University Certificate in Early Intervention Program, Ms. Nartey serves as ... Read more
Karin Spencer
Karin Spencer, Ed.D., is a Lecturer for the Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development, where she teaches in the Early Intervention Certificate program. She also teaches at George ... Read more
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How to Apply
Application Dates
Fall Cohort
Application Opens—Jan 1
Deadline—Aug 15
Program Prerequisites
Applicants must have an entry-level degree in an early intervention/early childhood discipline such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, special education, social work, etc. or related field such as early childhood education. A bachelor's or master’s degree in a related field of study (such as psychology, sociology, human development, healthcare, etc.) and at least one year of professional experience in serving vulnerable children and families is also required.
Please review the refund policies in our Student Handbook before completing your registration.
Degree Requirement
You must hold a bachelor's degree or the equivalent in order to enroll in our certificate programs. For each cohort, an application review committee offers admission to a diverse group of students to enrich the classroom experience.
Tips for the Online Application
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International Students
International students who enter the U.S. on a valid visa are eligible to enroll in certificate courses. However, Georgetown University cannot sponsor student visas for noncredit professional certificate programs.
A TOEFL examination is not required for non-native speakers of English but students are expected to read, write, and comprehend English at the graduate level to fully participate in and gain from the program.
Students from most countries may register for our online certificate programs, however, due to international laws, residents of certain countries are prohibited from registering.
Tuition & Funding
Tuition varies by course. Total program tuition for all 8 courses is $6,000. Textbooks are not included.
Funding
Noncredit professional certificates do not qualify for federal financial aid, scholarships, grants, or needs-based
aid. However, several finance and funding options do exist, as listed below.
Some employers offer funding for employee education or professional development. If an employer guarantees
payment for employee education and training, Georgetown will accept an Intent to
Pay form. If you are using employer sponsorship or training authorizations, you must submit an Intent to
Pay form with your registration.
If your employer will pay for your tuition, select “Third-Party Billing” as your method of payment when you
register for courses online. Please submit an Intent to Pay form indicating that your employer or another third
party should be billed for tuition. Invoices will not be generated without this form on file.
Eligible Georgetown employees may use their Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) benefits to fund 90% of the certificate program
tuition—employees will be invoiced for the remaining 10% of tuition and must pay any other charges associated
with their certificate program. Employees using TAP benefits may work directly with the HR Benefits Office to ensure payment prior to
the start of any course. This payment option is only valid if registration occurs at least 10–14 business days
prior to the start date of the first course. Any fees incurred due to course withdrawal are the student’s
responsibility and are not funded by Georgetown University TAP. For questions regarding TAP benefits, please
contact the HR/Benefits Office at tapbenefits@georgetown.edu or
(202) 687-2500.
SCS is registered with GoArmyEd.com to accept SF-182 training
authorization forms. GoArmyEd.com is the virtual gateway for all eligible active duty, National Guard, and Army
Reserve soldiers to request Tuition Assistance (TA) online. GoArmyEd.com is also the virtual gateway for Army
Civilians to apply for their Civilian education, training, and leadership development events.
The professional certificate programs offer an interest-free payment plan for certificate programs that are
more than one month in duration and for which the total tuition is greater than or equal to $4,000. The payment
plan is structured in the following manner:
Payment #1: A down payment of 25% of the total tuition balance must be paid online (within
72 hours after you register and select Payment Plan) via the Noncredit Student
Portal. Please submit your down payment as soon as
possible.
Payments #2, #3, and #4: Your remaining balance will be due in three (3) equal monthly
installments beginning 30 calendar days after your down payment is processed. Your monthly payments must be
paid via credit card in the Noncredit Student Portal. You will be able to access each invoice and payment due date
in your student account.
PLEASE NOTE: Automatic Payment Service is not available. You must make each subsequent
payment via the Noncredit Student Portal.
A number of tuition benefits are available through the Department of Veterans Affairs and under various parts
of the GI Bill®. Please visit the Resources for Military
Students page for additional information and instructions.
Tuition Discounts
Only one tuition discount may be applied at the time of registration. Tuition discounts cannot be combined. Tuition discounts are not applied retroactively. Please contact pdcprograms@georgetown.edu with any questions.
For a limited time, federal employees who have been displaced from their jobs are eligible to receive a 30% tuition discount for all certificates offered within SCS’s Professional Development & Certificates (PDC) portfolio. For more information, registration assistance, and your 30% discount code, please contact pdcprograms@georgetown.edu.
Employees of companies that belong to the EdAssist education network may receive a 10% tuition discount on select programs and courses. Contact EdAssist directly to find out if you qualify.
Eligible federal employees across the country receive a 10% scholarship applied to the current tuition rate for all SCS degree programs and professional certificate programs each academic semester. Please contact pdcprograms@georgetown.edu for steps to be added to this discount group.
