Project ELEVATE
Empowering Leaders through Evidence, Vision, and Autism Training for Excellence
Project ELEVATE is an innovative interdisciplinary training grant at Western Carolina University designed to prepare future professionals to serve autistic children with intellectual disabilities, particularly those with moderate to severe support needs in rural Western North Carolina.
As the prevalence of autism continues to rise, many schools and community settings face significant shortages of highly trained professionals. Project ELEVATE addresses this need by preparing graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education, and Psychology to work collaboratively using evidence-based practices.
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About Project ELEVATE
Learn more about Project ELEVATE from the program leaders and faculty across disciplines who developed it. In this video, they share the project’s goals, the collaborative approach behind the program, and how it prepares students to support individuals with autism and their families.
Our Mission
Project ELEVATE’s mission is to improve outcomes for autistic children with high-intensity needs by preparing professionals who are equipped to provide high-quality, evidence-based, and team-based services
The Project Emphasizes:
- Evidence-based autism intervention and assessment
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Leadership development
- Family-centered practice service to rural communities
Meet the Disciplines
For questions or additional information, please contact your discipline.
Grant Coordinator
Caitlyn W. Nadeau
Email: cmwhite@wcu.edu Office phone:(828)-227-3291
If you have any questions regarding paperwork or information about Project Elevate, please reach out to our grant coordinator.