Become a Member
Members are the Foundation of Advocacy for Integrated Employment
Join the Iowa State Chapter of APSE
APSE members are the foundation of advocacy for integrated employment. There truly is strength in numbers at local, regional, state-wide, and national levels.
Membership is open to anyone who wants to be a part of a grassroots network committed to ensuring that integrated employment continues to grow and improve for people with disabilities.
When you join APSE, you become a National and State Chapter member!
Member Benefits
Access to cutting-edge, integrated employment news and information
Alerted to APSE policy action steps through monthly and real-time updates with insights on policy issues
Access to APSE’s resources, with available discounts on training at the national and local level, as well as e-newsletters, webinars, and integrated employment news and information
Availability to access the Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation (JVR), the premier vocational rehabilitation journal
Pertinent Membership Updates from the APSE Executive Director, National Board of Directors, and Iowa Chapter Board
Voting status in board elections as a National and Iowa APSE Member
Gain insights into vital public policy issues
Access to Julie Christensen at National APSE as the APSE Director for Policy and Advocacy. Julie is familiar with Iowa’s Employment First efforts and goals. Julie spent time in Iowa working with the University of Iowa UCEDD. She is a champion for all people with disabilities and the employment support professionals who support their career goals.
Receive national and state action alerts
Impact federal and state legislative action
Receive discounted rates for:
Annual National Conference
Iowa annual conference and other regional events
Iowa APSE ACRE Trainings for you and your staff
Webinar series that offer Continuing Education and CRC credit
Online courses
Consultation and strategic planning to increase integrated employment opportunities
CESP Continuing Education credits for recertification
Expand networking resources
Network with over 3,000 members, including leaders in integrated employment, businesses, citizens with disabilities and families, providers and policymakers
Receive assistance in locating service providers or individuals from your state and region
Serve in a leadership capacity through chapter and national committees
Obtain referral services for employers, rehabilitation organizations, and citizens with disabilities or their family members