Academic programs

The Shriver Center offers a number of educational programs that prepare future leaders and clinicians to carry out the important mission of improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Based on decades of research and community-based experience, our expert faculty has designed the following certificate programs, which can serve as the foundation for graduate degrees:

 

LEND

  • Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND)

    Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) provides graduate-level interdisciplinary training to improve the health of children and youth with developmental disabilities.

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PIHC

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    Pathways to Inclusive Health Care Program

    Pathways to Inclusive Health Care Program (PIHC) is an innovative program that trains future healthcare professionals to work with disabled populations.

    The PIHC application cycle for the September 2025 –June 2026 academic year is closed. 

    The PIHC application cycle for AY 2026-2027 will begin mid-January, 2026. Those interested in the program are encouraged to apply early. The deadline to submit applications occurs when the program is full.

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