NAQ is the leading national association for disability professionals who support people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) that offers training, professional development, and certification for disability specialists who are involved in service planning, service coordination, program development and advocacy. While embracing learning, person-centered thinking, high standards of ethical conduct and promising program practices, NAQ promotes the highest quality in services and supports through leadership development and increasing the knowledge, competency and proficiency of disability specialists who support people with I/DD to flourish and live their best possible lives. NAQ nurtures a community of possibility and hope for the future through learning, connecting, and sharing. NAQ’s membership continues to grow across the United States.

Learn more about our purpose, goals and current efforts...

We are pleased to now accept applications for the

NAQ-Certified I/DD Specialist Program

Learn more here

Did y'all hear the news?

NAQ '25 will be held at the Gaylord Texan hotel in Dallas/Grapevine, Texas!

NAQ's 30th Annual National Conference is one you will NOT want to miss.

Become a Member

NAQ invites professionals interested in the advancement of quality services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to become members of our national organization. NAQ membership comes with a variety of benefits, including:

Discount on the annual national conference
Discount on other learning events which include educational content, networking opportunities, and access to subject matter experts
Exclusive access to a growing number of information, thought pieces, tools and reference guides
Access to the NAQ member directory

We are pleased to offer individual and organizational memberships. Click below to learn more or start your membership!

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Become an NAQ-Certified I/DD Specialist

The NAQ-Certified I/DD Specialist Program is an online, self-paced educational experience. NAQ has carefully selected and collaborated with many talented subject matter experts to bring you this program. They are some of the best in our field! The goal of the NAQ-Certified I/DD Specialist program is to enhance a person's knowledge and skill sets within the field and communities of people with disabilities.