Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Supported Employment (SE)

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Supported Employment (SE)

Date: September 24, 2026

10:00 am – 11:30 am

Registration Fees: Members Free; Non-Members $50

Virtual

 

This session will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Supported Employment (SE), including its purpose, guiding philosophy, and the critical role it plays in helping individuals with disabilities achieve meaningful, competitive employment. Participants will explore the Eight Core Principles of EBP Supported Employment and gain an understanding of how these principles guide service delivery and promote positive employment outcomes. The session will also outline the key steps, requirements, and implementation processes for becoming an EBP Supported Employment Program in Maryland, offering practical guidance for organizations seeking to adopt or strengthen this evidence-based approach. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the framework, expectations, and resources available to support successful implementation.

 

Trainer Bio:

Meka McNeal, BA, Senior Consultant and Trainer, University of Maryland Evidence-Based Practice Center Meka McNeal is the statewide Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Consultant and Trainer for the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Evidence-Based Practice Center.  Ms. McNeal trains, provides technical assistance, and monitors Supported Employment Programs in Maryland on the IPS service approach to supported employment, as well as provides training and technical assistance to other states around the country that are moving forward with the IPS approach to supported employment.

Details

Dates & Time:
  • September 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Venue

Virtual

A cancellation notice is required five business days in advance for a refund. To request a cancellation, please send your request to registration@mdworks.com. This payment is not deductible as a charitable contribution but may be deducted as a business expense. Please provide notice of accommodations needed two weeks in advance.

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