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Level Up Your Special Education Advocacy Career

Ever looked around the world of special education and thought, "I could make a real difference here"?

Maybe you’re a parent who’s navigated the IEP battlefield and feels called to help others on their journey. Or perhaps you’re a retired educator ready for a “second act” that actually changes lives.


Introducing: Professional Advocacy from Don’t IEP Alone

This isn’t just another course. This is the all-in-one blueprint for anyone dreaming of becoming a professional special education advocate—whether you want to earn a living or simply make a meaningful impact as a volunteer.


For Aspiring Advocates and Seasoned Change-Makers

If you want to dive deep into the world of special education advocacy as a profession, this is the place to start.

Already an advocate? It’s time to sharpen your skills and grow your practice. If you’re a parent or teacher looking to transition into this rewarding field, you’re exactly where you need to be.


Let's Talk Business

It’s not just about understanding IEPs. It’s about building a sustainable, impactful advocacy practice. We cover:

  • Business Essentials: Learn the nuts and bolts of setting up your advocacy business—from legalities to branding.
  • Client Acquisition and Management: Master the art of finding clients who trust your expertise and keeping them happy.
  • Fee Structures: Understand how to value your services and create a fee structure that reflects the incredible support you provide.
  • And More: No stone is left unturned. We prepare you for a successful, impactful advocacy career.

Your Path to Expertise

With this program, you get unlimited access to our Advocate Training Library, featuring sessions led by seasoned advocates, attorneys, entrepreneurs, and educators who have walked this path before you.

But wait, there's more!


Weekly Live Chats: Your New Favorite Part

Working from home can be isolating, especially in advocacy. That’s why we offer weekly live chats—an exclusive opportunity to connect with other advocates, swap stories, and support each other.


And in 2023, we took it up a notch: we're bringing in special education attorneys to break down the newest case law, discuss current issues, and help you level up your IEP knowledge.


Why Choose Professional Special Education Advocacy?

Imagine waking up every day to a career where you’re truly making a difference. Imagine earning a living while pursuing something you’re passionate about—all while creating brighter futures for kids with special needs. That’s the world of special education advocacy, and it’s waiting for you.


Join Us Today and Become the Advocate You Were Meant to Be!

It’s not just a job—it’s a calling. Be the advocate who stands up and makes a difference. Join us and start building that brighter future.

Note: This program is designed for anyone ready to become a Professional Special Education Advocate—whether as a paid career or a volunteer. Many IEP parents find their way into advocacy, and many retired school staff choose this path as a fulfilling "second act."

What’s Included:

  • Unlimited access to all sessions in the Advocate Training Library, plus any new recordings we add.
  • Weekly live chats and info sessions with special education attorneys—Fall 2024 schedule to be announced soon!

Ready to take the leap? We’ll be here to guide you every step of the way.









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Welcome to the World of Professional Advocacy

Get started in professional special education advocacy.

Want to Be an Professional Advocate? Here’s How to Start

Gain a foundation for starting an advocacy business.

Yes, You Can Charge for This: How to Set Advocacy Prices Without Feeling Weird About It

Advocates will have a path to follow to help determine how much they should charge for their services.

How to Onboard New Clients Without Losing Your Mind (or Drowning in Emails)

Help Advocates develop a process for bringing on new clients.

How to Read an IEP Like a Pro—Even If It’s 87 Pages of Hot Mess

Understand how to do a solid, thorough record review.

How to Get Clients Without Feeling Like a Cringe Salesperson

Learn innovative and inexpensive ways to find clients.

How to Help Everyone Without Lighting Yourself on Fire

Learn how to deal with stress and burnout that comes with being an advocate.

How to Talk About Money Without Wanting to Crawl Under the Table

Learn how to embrace talking about money and payments with your clients.

When Everyone’s Being Difficult—Here’s How to Stay Calm, Cool, and In Control

Tips and strategies for dealing with difficult personalities.

Advocacy Skills No One Talks About—But You’ll Totally Burn Out Without

What does it take to be a good advocate?

Think You’re Ready to Start Your Advocacy Biz? Let’s Make Sure You Actually Are

Are you ready for clients? Let's take a look.

Should You Work for Free?

And How to Do It Without Becoming Everyone’s Doormat

When to Refer Client to Due Process, with Attorney Steve Jacobson

How do you know when you're ready to refer clients to an Attorney for Due Process?

What is Due Process Like? with Attorney Mike Connolly

If you've never been through Due Process, here's what to expect.

What's New in IEP Laws? Case Law Review with Attorney Laura Heneghan

Federal Courts are always setting new precedent-- here's what's new.

Senate Disability Policy Director Michael Gamel-McCormick

IEP Hot Topics with Attorney Jacki Lembeck

What are the IEP trends we're seeing right now?

IDEA Pendency and Stay Put with Attorney Laura Barbieri

Pendency and Stay Put--what is it and how do you use it?

What's Mediation Like and How to Prepare: Advocate Discussion

Round Table Advocate Chat about Mediation

When You Know They're Wrong—How to Handle It Without Blowing Up the Relationship

Ready to Raise Your Prices? Here’s How to Do It Without Losing Clients or Your Nerve

Need to charge more, but concerned about losing clients?

Negotiating Tactics at the IEP Table with Attorney Barbara Ebenstein

How to Negotiate Like a Pro at the IEP Table (Without Being the Angry Advocate)

How to Navigate IEPs When the Parents are at Odds/Divorced

Divorce and IEPs

Former OCR Attorney Elana Simha Shares Insider Tips for OCR Complaints

OCR is changing--here's how to keep up.

Change the Whole Damn System—Not Just Your Kid’s IEP with Attorney Roy Atwood

Sometimes, it’s not just the team—it’s the entire system that’s broken.

Advocating When Everything Feels Like a Dumpster Fire

Times are uncertain--here's how to stay sane.