Development Pediatrics Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship
Build Expertise. Transform Care.
Children across the U.S. face growing delays in accessing evaluation and care for developmental disorders such as autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities. The University of Kentucky College of Medicine and Golisano Children’s at UK is addressing this gap by training highly skilled providers who can deliver exceptional, family-centered developmental care.
This intensive two-year program equips advanced practice providers with the clinical, diagnostic, and interdisciplinary skills needed to care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Mission
Provide comprehensive, evidence-based training that blends didactic learning with direct patient care.
Vision
Improve access and quality of care for children with developmental disorders throughout the Commonwealth.
Program Goals
- Strengthen provider knowledge in neurodevelopmental disorders
- Train fellows in standardized assessment tools
- Model multidisciplinary, collaborative care
- Expand access to developmental services across Kentucky
Eligibility and Applicant Requirements
- Open to physician assistants, pediatric nurse practitioners, and family primary care nurse practitioners
- Must hold a valid Kentucky APRN license
- Full-time commitment required(program does not accept full-time working applicants seeking part-time training)
- Two fellows admitted per year
Program Structure
18-Month Training Phase
- Didactic lectures on neuro-developmental conditions
- Observing developmental intakes and assessments
- Conducting supervised developmental evaluations
- Regular mentorship and meetings with program supervisors
- Participation in journal club and a qualityimprovement project
6-Month Practicum
- Placement at Golisano Children’s at UK site or partner facility
- Immersive, hands-on clinical experience
- Ongoing access to faculty for consultation after graduation
Contact
Elizabeth A Kinney, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Positions Held:
- Advanced Practice Provider Director, Pediatrics