Types of Training

 Job Shadowing

This experience will allow observation of a rehabilitation professional performing the essential tasks of their job for a limited period of time.

Applicants will be required to complete an Application, Confidentiality form, and Professional Liability Insurance form.

 Learning Experience

This experience is a long-term training opportunity designed to teach essential functions of the job. Learning experiences can consist of observations, clinical rotations, clinical fellowships, coordinated programs, practicums and internships, etc.

Applicants are required to submit an application, confidentiality agreement, policy agreement, proof of professional liability insurance, letter of recommendation from academic advisor (if applicable), and may be required to complete an ADRS criminal background check.

• Training requests for FALL academic terms must be received by MAY 31st.
• Training requests for SPRING academic terms must be received by OCTOBER 31st.
• Training requests for SUMMER academic terms must be received by MARCH 31st.

Limited training opportunities may be available at other times.

Please contact LEaP-Information@rehab.alabama.gov for additional information.

 Paid Learning Experience

This is a limited and highly competitive learning opportunity only available for certain positions. An application is required for initial consideration.

If the request meets requirements for a paid experience you will be required to complete the learning experience packet consisting of: confidentiality agreement, policy agreement, proof of professional liability insurance, letter of recommendation from academic advisor, and may be required to complete an ADRS criminal background check. In addition, an unofficial transcript is required (if applicable).

The following training opportunities are NOT available for Paid Learning Experience:

• Alabama’s Early Intervention System (AEIS)
• Children's Rehabilitation Service (CRS)
• Human Resources (HR)