What is NAQ?

NAQ (the National Association of QIDPs) is the national organization for disability professionals who support people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to live their best possible life. This is accomplished by strengthening the learning, training, and personal growth of professionals working within the field. Today, NAQ focuses on coaching and inspiring these dedicated professionals as we come together to achieve our organizational imperative: Learn. Connect. Share.  NAQ embraces access to knowledge and learning surrounding promising/best program practices and support for disability professionals. NAQ promotes contemporary person-centered planning and thinking and nurtures a community of possibility and hope for the future.

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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:

  • Discounts on events which include educational content, networking opportunities and access to subject matter experts
  • Access to a member directory
  • 20% discount on High Tide Press books & media products

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

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

NAQ's Certificate Program

The NAQ Certificate 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 certificate program is to enhance a Q’s knowledge and skill sets within the field and communities of people with disabilities.

NAQ staff is available for support throughout the process that takes most participants less than a year to complete. Our newly redesigned program is mostly video based, with supplemental reading, and homework assignments which include elements such as case studies and portfolio activities. There is a comprehensive exam once coursework is completed. All progress is monitored through a Learning Management System which helps to keep participants on track.  

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