Division For Early Childhood Of The Council For Exceptional Children

Education and publications:The Journal of Early Intervention (JEI) is a peer-reviewed publication produced by DEC quarterly. It is the leading early childhood research journal focused on issues related to young children with special needs. It is a must-have for researchers, practitioners, Higher-Ed faculty, and students.Young Exceptional Children (YEC) is a peer-reviewed publication produced quarterly by DEC. It is a practical resource designed for teachers, administrators, therapists, family members, and others who work with young children with special needs.See Schedule O for continuation

Membership:Outreach and advocacy services to 2,800 members, associates, families, students, sponsored state subdivision members, and underrepresented groups regarding the promotion of quality services for young children and their families.DEC is the voice for early intervention/early childhood special education. DEC is also the home of the DEC Recommended Practices, which support the implementation of evidence based practices across the field of early intervention/early childhood special education.