HKNC Programs & Services
Intensive Technical Assistance
Intensive Technical Assistance
At the Helen Keller National Center (HKNC), supporting agencies that serve DeafBlind individuals is central to our mission. While short-term trainings focused on awareness and specific skill development continue to play an important role in professional learning, experience has shown that lasting, system-level change requires a more sustained approach.
Customized to Your Organization
Intensive TA is not a one-size-fits-all program. Each partnership is tailored to the agency’s specific goals, structure, and resources. HKNC works closely with leadership and staff to identify gaps, prioritize areas of focus, and co-develop a strategic plan that is practical, relevant, and sustainable.
What Intensive TA May Include
Agencies participating in Intensive TA may engage in a combination of:
- Customized online learning with self-paced modules
- DeafBlind-led content and real-world perspectives
- Live, facilitated discussion groups focused on application
- Mentorship and coaching to support implementation
- Capacity-building strategies that prepare staff to sustain learning internally
A common option is a year-long or flexible-length TA partnership that includes a tailored online learning hub, monthly facilitated discussion groups, and intentional development of internal trainers or mentors. HKNC provides coaching and shared materials so agencies can continue this work beyond the formal TA period.
Flexible, Scalable, and Sustainable
Whether your agency is building DeafBlind expertise for the first time, strengthening an existing training system, or preparing staff to take on leadership and training roles, Intensive TA is designed to scale to your needs. HKNC partners with agencies to create solutions that are realistic, achievable, and aligned with long-term goals.
For a deeper look at how this work unfolds over time, please contact your regional representative or the HKNC Professional Learning Department at PLD@helenkeller.org.
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