Policy & Advocacy
Policy & Advocacy
In advocating on behalf of children with exceptionalities, CEC examines policy issues, develops appropriate responses to those issues and influences local, state, provincial and federal legislation. CEC also monitors and makes recommendations for program regulations and funding. In addition, CEC maintains a network among its units for influencing policy.
Standards
Standards

As the recognized leader for special education professional standards, CEC develops standards, ethics and practices and guidelines to ensure that individuals with exceptionalities have access to well-prepared, career-oriented special educators.
Membership
Membership

Through the vision and dedication of more than 30,000 members, CEC sets the standard for high quality education for children and youth with exceptionalities. And, CEC is known as THE source for information, resources and professional development for special educators.

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Professional Development
Professional Development

You’ll find professional development offerings to meet the needs of all special educators – including those of you who are time-crunched, cost-conscious or in need of CEUs in order to meet state obligations. Please join us and invite others to engage the potential!
Publications
Publications

CEC publishes and distributes products designed to help practitioners work more effectively in the classroom. Learn more about CEC's publications and journals.
Special Ed Topics
Special Ed Topics

Special Education Topics includes information about the different exceptionality areas; international special education; hot topics in special education; and professional practice topics such as assessment, evidence-based practices and inclusion.
Resources
Resources
CEC's Resources offer educators many aids to assist them in providing the best of special education services.

Exhibitors & Sponsors

For nearly 75 years, companies that focus on special and gifted education have been participating in the CEC Annual Convention & Expo.
The CEC Expo includes more than 200 exhibiting companies, nonprofits, and school systems, making it the leading expo of special education products and services.

Companies that specialize in autism spectrum disorders, early childhood, learning disabilities, response to intervention, technology, transition, and many other areas of special and gifted education all have a place at the CEC Expo.

For more information contact:

Victor Erickson Exhibits and Sponsorships (703) 264-9454

Morgan Prewitt Advertising and Exhibits (703) 264-9447

Jane Uffelman Accesibility, Meetings and Social Events (703)264-9442

Renee Glasby Attendee, Proposal Information, Audiovisual Equipment (703) 264-9422