Introduction to LEND Traineeship Program

The BCDD is a developmental disabilities training center that prepares personnel in interdisciplinary settings and provides outreach training to the community.

Professional Traineeship Programs

The BCDD Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) training focuses not only on direct services but also on leadership in advocacy, ethics, reseach, and systems change.

Students from a variety of disciplines and universities come to the BCDD for observation or specific training purposes. Each year approximately 250 students complete training at the Boling Center, 18 to 25 of whom are long-term trainees/fellows.

This training is funded by a grant from the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) to support trainees, faculty, continuing education and technical assistance to train the next generation of leaders in maternal and child health. Emphasis on interdisciplinary, family-centered, culturally competent care with a population-focused, public health approach. The MCHB vision for the 21st century is that all children, youth, and families will live and thrive in healthy communities served by a quality workforce that helps assure their health and well being. For more information on the MCHB training programs visit the website at http://mchb.hrsa.gov/training/.

Traineeships and/or Fellowships are available in the following fields

» Audiology
» Speech-Language Pathology
» Nutrition
» Occupational Therapy
» Physical Therapy
» Psychology
» Social Work
» Nursing

To apply for any of the traineeships or fellowships, click here to view criteria and necessary procedures.

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Community Training Programs

BCDD serves as a local, regional, and national outreach training center in the field of developmental disabilities. Training is available to trainees at various locations in the West Tennessee Area. Learn more about community training programs.

Additional Information

For further information regarding training, contact the Training Coordinator, 711 Jefferson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105, (901) 448-6511.

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