Waisman Center Programs Field Experiences

The Waisman Center University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) is comprised of a number of programs. Some of the programs that have served as field placements for students from a number of different disciplines are:

  • Waisman Early Childhood Program (WECP)
    Waisman Early Childhood Program is an inclusive classroom based program that serves children ages 1 though 6.
    Contact:
    Nancy Saevang, WECP Director
    608-262-4718
    Ruth Munz, University Services Associate 2
    608-263‐5760
  • Community TIES
    Community Training, Intervention, and Evaluation Services (TIES) provides case management and community training on challenging behavior.
    Contact:
    Josh Lapin, Behavioral Support Director
    608-263-5962
  • WI LEND Program
    Wisconsin Maternal and Child Health Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (WI LEND) Program is a graduate-level leadership training program that is focused on children with neurodevelopmental and related disabilities. LEND can serve as a field placement experience for students from programs such as social work and public health. These are individually arranged.
    Contact: Anne Bradford Harris, LEND Director