Seeking Leaders

The NH LEND Program is seeking committed and energized trainees interested in becoming future leaders and change agents on behalf of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. If you are enrolled in graduate study in early childhood special education, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, pediatrics, physical therapy, social work, speech language pathology you are eligible to apply. Scholarships are available to qualified applicants with funding provided by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau. Funding is also available to partially support travel to professional conferences and leadership seminars. Accepted trainees are eligible to apply for the Graduate Certificate for Leadership in Children’s Health and Disability from the University of New Hampshire (separate application process through the UNH Graduate School). Completion of the NH LEND Program fulfills the requirements of the Graduate Certificate.

Applications

Interested individuals can apply by contacting Rae Sonnenmeier, Interdisciplinary Training Director, by phone at 603.862.0561 or by email at MCH.LEND@unh.edu (preferred). To download a copy of the application, click here. (pdf)

The Application and Selection Process includes an interview and review of the following materials: application, letter of intent, current resume, transcripts, two letters of reference, and written paper. Early admission applications are due by March 15. Interviews will be scheduled in late March / early April. Early admission decisions will be made by April 15 (or sooner). All other applications are due by April 30. Interviews will be scheduled in May. Decisions will be made by June 1.

Long-term traineeships require a minimum commitment of the equivalent of 2 days (16 hours) per week for a 10-month period. Intermediate Traineeships consist of the equivalent of 1 day (8 hours) per week for a 10-month period.