Workshops & Continuing Education

The NIA offers a wide array of training opportunities for educators, support personnel and families for our member districts and out of region districts.

NIA's Sign Language Class

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Whether you are a beginner or looking to enhance your existing sign language skills, The NIA offers multiple classes throughout the year. You’ll gain a solid foundation in sign language, enabling you to communicate more effectively with the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Therapy Inservices

Size Matters Handwriting Program: Proven. Practical. Measurable. Embeddable.

The NIA Therapy Department is pleased to share that registration is now open for our Fall Continuing Education Course. Details are as follows:

Course Title: Beverly H Moskowitz presents: Size Matters Handwriting Program: Proven. Practical. Measurable. Embeddable.
Date: Friday, October 30th. 2026
Time: 8:30 am - 3:45 pm CST (Registration begins @ 8:00AM)
Location: Elgin Community College - Building E
CEUS: .6 CEUS

Please view the attached flyer for your registration link through Eventbrite and further details for this course. NOTE: Please select the correct link on the flyer as it pertains to you. Registration for this event closes on October 23, 2026.

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  • Sycamore
  • Rockford
  • St. Charles
  • Sterling
  • Aurora

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  • Aurora
  • St. Charles
  • Rockford
  • Sterling