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empowering parents and educators to navigate special education with confidence
The EPIC Training Pathway
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The EPIC IEP ACADEMY™
Parents, educators, and advocates who want ongoing education, support, and a trusted place to learn.
What this includes:
- Live weekly training and coaching
- 300+ hours of on-demand education
- Monthly workbooks and resources
- A collaborative learning community
This is where most people begin, and where many continue long-term.
build your knowledge
The EPIC 2-Day Advocacy Intensive
Individuals ready for a comprehensive, structured understanding of the full special education process.
What this includes:
- Step-by-step training on IEPs and 504s
- Shared language, strategy, and expectations
- Practical guidance for meetings, evaluations, and services
This foundational training is required for participation in advanced EPIC programs.
Lead & Mentor
The EPIC Mastermind & VIP Advocate Pathway
Experienced advocates and professionals seeking deeper strategy, mentorship, and leadership development.
What this includes:
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Application-based Mastermind experience
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Advanced case strategy and implementation
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Eligibility for EPIC VIP Advocate Coaching
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Potential pathway to SEA Advocate Partner roles
Advanced opportunities are available to individuals who complete the pre-requisite, The EPIC 2-Day Intensive training.
Not sure where you belong? We’ll help you identify the best next step based on your role and experience.
Bring The Epic IEP™ World Tour to Your Team
The EPIC IEP™ World Tour is more than a training—it’s a shared experience that brings people together around a common purpose. Karen Mayer Cunningham works with teams across the country to spark clarity, confidence, and renewed commitment at the IEP and 504 table. These sessions inspire meaningful conversations, strengthen collaboration, and remind everyone why this work matters, because “when we get it right for the child, we get it right for everyone.”