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Understanding ADA
Length:
4 hours
Audience:
This course is intended for people who work at a transit agency or provide transit service, those who manage or operate paratransit services, and Federal, State, and local representatives who work with the ADA community. It is recommended that you complete this course before attending other ADA-related courses.
Description:
The goal of this course is to teach transit professionals the legal background of ADA and paratransit requirements.
Topics include:
- ADA legal requirements that apply to public and private transportation related entities
- 14 service provisions documented in 49 CFR Part 37, Subpart G
- Requirements to determine if a public or private entity must provide complementary paratransit service
- Criteria for complementary paratransit service
- Requirements for existing and new transportation facilities
- Compliance and enforcement responsibilities of FTA, DOT, and DOJ
- Responsibilities and compliance procedures for public and private entities
- Enforcement and investigation processes, including hearings, decisions, and notices
The course is facilitated by industry professionals with extensive experience in paratransit services and the ADA.
Fee:
Tuition shall be waived for federal, state and local government employees who work in transportation or related areas.
Fee for contractors and consultants: $0.00
CEU's: 1.3
Telephone: (732) 932-1700
Email:
mmoore@rci.rutgers.edu
Available Course Sections:
If, for whatever reason (other than 'Waiting List Only'), you are unable to register for this course online, download the Registration Form as indicated above.
All training is held in accessible facilities. Please advise NTI a minimum of three weeks in advance if you require any special arrangements or materials.
NTI reserves the right to limit participation from any one agency
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