Center for Autism & Early Childhood Mental Health

Montclair State University, Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health is a thought-leading center that promotes the emotional and relational well-being of infant, toddlers and young children. 
The mission includes:  
- Professional Development; 
- Consultation & Research; 
- Academic & Continuing Education; and 
- Clinical & Support Services

Programs include:
- Funded in 2013 by NJ DCF. the Keeping Babies and Children in Mind training series was developed in 
response to Hurricane Sandy.  Over 5,000 multidisciplinary staff have attended. 
- Funded since 2015 by NJ DHS, the Socio-Emotional Formation Initiative providing technical assistance in promoting socio-emotional development and inclusion for Grow NJ Kids, the state's child care quality improvement initiative. 
- Funded in 2020 by NJ DOE and in partnership with the NJ Coalition for Inclusive Education, the Inclusive Education Technical Assistance Project supports systemic change towards full inclusion of all students.