The grant opportunity "OSERS-OSEP: Personnel Preparation of Special Education, Early Intervention, and Related Services Personnel at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities, and Other Minority Serving Institutions" (ALN 84.325M) is offered by the U.S. Department of Education. It aims to address state-identified needs for preparing personnel to serve children, including infants and toddlers, with disabilities. The program emphasizes developing professionals with skills grounded in evidence-based practices to effectively support children with disabilities in special education, early intervention, related services, and regular education settings.
This grant is targeted at institutions of higher education (IHEs) and private nonprofit organizations associated with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). Eligible programs must offer degrees or certifications in special education, early intervention, or related services. Nonprofit organizations must demonstrate their legal authority to partner with eligible IHEs.
The program anticipates awarding up to 12 grants, with a total funding pool of $3,000,000 and an individual award ceiling of $350,000. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. Funds will support projects that prepare a diverse workforce equipped to meet the educational and developmental needs of children with disabilities, aligning with state priorities.
Applications must be submitted by December 12, 2024, with a deadline for intergovernmental review on February 5, 2025. A pre-application webinar will be available by October 15, 2024, providing technical assistance to interested applicants. Links to these webinars can be found at www.ed.gov/about/ed-offices/osers/osep/new-osep-grant-competitions.
For more details, including submission requirements and program priorities, applicants should refer to the official Federal Register application notice. Questions can be directed to Tracie Dickson at Tracie.Dickson@ed.gov or by phone at 202-245-7844. Additional technical support is available from Julius Cotton at julius.cotton@ed.gov.
