B-3 2026 - New to Practice Award

ERI would like to provide a scholarship of free tuition to ERI’s 3rd Annual Birth to Three Conference, to a therapist who is new to practicing in any birth to three setting to help further their potential to significantly contribute to therapy practice.
This nominee should have a strong potential to meet children’s needs and collaboratively engage with colleagues, parents, and other medical providers.

You may nominate yourself or colleague(s) – or both!
Nomination Criteria:
  • The nominee must be an occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech language pathologist, or OT/PT/SLP assistant.
  • The nominee must currently practice therapy in any birth to three setting (excluding NICU)
  • The nominee must demonstrate the core values of collaboration, integrity, and a passion for improving the lives of children.


Applications are due by February 15, 2026.
1.Your full name
2.Your email
3.Name of nominee
4.Nominee's Email
5.Nominee's discipline (Must be OT, PT, SLP, Assistant)
6.Nominee's number of years in practice
7.Why does the nominee deserve to win this award?  Be sure to include detailed information so the committee can fully envision why this nominee deserves the award.
8.Choose ONE of the following and describe how the nominee exemplifies this skill while delivering excellent services.
9.How did you hear about this award? Please check all that apply.