Self-Determination Program (SDP)

Free SDP Coaching Now Available!

Education Spectrum has a team of experienced Coaches available for participants and families interested in transitioning to the Self-Determination Program at the North Bay Regional Center (NBRC). They work collaboratively with the Regional Center staff to guide people through the process. This service is FREE for NBRC participants and families and is paid for by a grant awarded to Education Spectrum by NBRC’s Self-Determination Advisory Committee.

Getting started on your enrollment journey is as easy as clicking the button below!

¡Entrenamiento SDP gratuito ahora disponible!

Education Spectrum tiene un equipo de Entrenadores experimentados disponibles para los participantes y las familias interesadas en la transición al Programa de Autodeterminación en el Centro Regional del Norte de la Bahía (NBRC). Trabajan en colaboración con el personal del Centro Regional para guiar a las personas a través del proceso. este servicio es GRATIS para los participantes y las familias de NBRC y se paga con una subvención otorgada a Education Spectrum por el Comité Asesor de Autodeterminación de NBRC.

¡Comenzar su viaje de inscripción es tan fácil como hacer clic en el botón a continuación!

Enrollment Steps

• Orientation:
  • Phase 1: Attend one of the statewide sessions facilitated by the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) Register in Advance
  • Phase 2: Forward the Certificate of Completion to sdp@nbrc.net
  • Phase 3: Complete SDP Enrollment Coaching Intake Form
• Person-Centered Planning
• Independent Facilitator
• Budget, Spending Plan & FMS

Upcoming Events

• Advisory Committee Meeting: November 7th from 12:30 – 2 pm
  • Meeting Agenda
  • Join

SDP Resources

• What is the Self-Determination Program?
• Self-Determination Program Advisory Committee
• Self-Determination Program Workbook English Spanish
• FMS Providers
• Self-Determination Glossary  English Spanish
• Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
• SDP Informational Video Series 
• Self-Determination Program 101 (20-Minute Video)
• SDP Participant Testimonies (7-minute video)