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. 2008 Jun 11;10(6):136.

Table 5.

Professional Development and Referral Resources

Referral Resources
www.nectac.org Links to State, regional, and local early intervention and testing services provided without charge to families whose children have known or suspected disabilities through the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA)
www.ehsnrc.org Provides help finding Head Start programs
www.childcareaware.org, www.naeyc.org Provides assistance locating quality preschool and day care programs
www.patnc.org Supplies information about parent training classes
Resources for Ongoing Professional Development
www.dbpeds.org Official Web site of The American Academy of Pediatrics' Section on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. The site offers tutorials in early detection and information on the management of children with a range of conditions.
www.pedstest.com Provides training slide shows on early detection and offers an early detection discussion list focused on primary care