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                                                                                                                                                                                                                    2011-2012 National Board Candidate Support

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    The NUPTDC offers a wide array of support for active candidates.  The support includes:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Face-to-face Support Meetings
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Online Support through My-eCoach
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Assistance with Securing Grants and Scholarships toward NBCT Fees

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    To ensure your success in the process, we require that you attend a Splash Start Orientation meeting, online or face-to-face.  The Splash Start Orientation will provide an overview of the National Board tools and processes, steps for getting started on the portfolio journey, and procedures for accessing our online support through My-eCoach.  After you have completed the orientation and preparation assignments, you will be assigned a Candidate Support Provider and will be eligible for available grants and scholarships. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Splash Start Orientation meetings take place in the summer and fall at National University's La Jolla campus, and are also available as a webinar.  For information on attending a face-to-face or online orientation, visit the Splash Start Orientation page.