The EPLI Bootcamp: Essential Foundations includes an integration of the universal supports, behavioral practices, and instructional strategies from Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Educational Supports and Strategies, and other START training modules and resources. Content will be organized for flexible and customizable training and coaching needs. 

The Bootcamp will consist of on-demand coursework, five days of content and coaching, and two days of Trainer Days, which are collaborative days intended to strengthen training and presentation skills, for a total of seven days. 

Coach Leaders are strongly encouraged to participate in Modules 1-5 of content and coaching and complete the asynchronous coursework of the Bootcamp. 

EPLI Bootcamp: Essential Foundations for Coach Leaders - At a Glance

Please note: Coach Leaders are invited to attend Modules 1-5. Modules 6 and 7 are not intended for Coach Leaders. 

Please note: Continuing education credits will be issued after the completion of the full Bootcamp.

SCECHS
Available pending application approval for the following components of the Bootcamp: 

• Modules 1-7
• Asynchronous Coursework
• Please note: SCECHs will be issued after the completion of the full Bootcamp.

Social Work CEs
Available pending application approval for the following components of the Bootcamp: 

• Modules 1-7
• Social Work CEs will be issued after each Module.

• Coach Leaders are strongly encouraged to participate in Modules 1-5 of the EPLI Bootcamp: Essential Foundations, which focus on content and coaching. 
• Coach Leaders are strongly encouraged to complete all asynchronous coursework: 
  • Approximately 3-4 hours of prework before Module 1
  • Approximately 3-4 hours of coursework between Modules 3 and 4

• Hold a Michigan Department of Education or BCBA credential AND employed by a public school in Michigan
• Have at least 2 years of experience working with students with autism
• Desire to strengthen content knowledge and evidence-based practices to support autistic students
• Share key concepts and resources from the EPLI Bootcamp: Essential Foundations with Building Coaches in your ISD, district, or RCN
• Establish rapport and connections with Building Coaches
• Have or are in the process of building a coaching structure in which regular contact with and support of Building Coaches occurs
• Understand the importance of post-training follow-up and coaching on the implementation of evidence-based practices
• Commit to championing inclusive practices and equitable access for all students

Coach Leaders are required to submit a brief application to attend. 

• This application will take approximately 8-12 minutes and should be completed in one session.
• The application deadline is October 17, 2025. 
• Upon submission of the application, Coach Leaders will receive access to the asynchronous coursework. This coursework is strongly encouraged, but optional. 

EPLI Bootcamp: Essential Foundations Application