MOVE™ Trainings
The MOVE Program is taught to special education teachers, family members, physical/occupational therapists, para-professionals, care providers, and support providers, just to name a few. MOVE is a philosophy that enables individuals with multiple disabilities to advance their skills in sitting, standing, walking, and transitions.
Upcoming Trainings
| Type | Date | Location | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Provider Training | Ongoing | TBD | Registration for all trainings |
| Australia MIT Recertification | February 16, 2026 | Adelaide, Australia | MIT recertification application Aus MIT recertification registration Event flyer |
| Australia MOVE International Trainer Course | February 19-20, 2026 | Perth, Australia | MIT application Aus MIT 2026 registration Event flyer |
| MOVE International Trainer Course | March 11-12, 2026 | Indianapolis, IN | Registration for all trainings MIT application Event flyer |
| Midwest MIT Recertification | March 17, 2026 | Heartwood School, MI | MIT recertification registration MIT recertification application Event flyer |
If your school is interested in hosting a training, please fill out the training request form and email to Christine Sarnacki: christine.sarnacki@cfdsny.org. Trainings can be held for up to 25 people.
MOVE Trainings are offered in the following options:
MOVE™ BASIC PROVIDER
This two-day training instructs how to implement the MOVE Program with individuals at your site. It is intended for teachers, parents, therapists, administrators, support providers, etc. who work with individuals with multiple disabilities.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the philosophy, principles, and purpose behind the MOVE Program
- Understand and be able to implement the Six Steps of the MOVE Program
- Become familiar with the MOVE Profile to collect data
- Brief introduction into upright toileting
- Brief introduction into equipment that is utilized in the MOVE Program
MOVE INTERNATIONAL TRAINER® (MIT)
This three-day course is designed for MOVE Basic Providers who would like to take on a leadership role with the MOVE Program at their work site. As an MIT you are able to train staff at your site, at minimal cost (cost of training materials only). To maintain your certification as an MIT, you must re-certify every four years.
Course Objectives:
- Learn to present the material accurately and professionally, within an allotted time frame
- Be able to shift between presenting and answering questions, with greater ease
- Improve knowledge of MOVE and explain the MOVE Program
- Show expertise with a variety of equipment used in the MOVE Program
- Understanding your role as an MIT, the legal junk!
Prerequisites:
- Completed MIT application
- Minimum of one year of experience using the MOVE Program with individuals
- College degree in a related field is preferred, but not required
- Attended a MOVE Basic Provider training within the last five years
For More Information or to Register for a Training
- Christine Sarnacki
- 518-437-5657
- christine.sarnacki@cfdsny.org
- Trainings can be held for up to 25 people.