How to Make Early Intervention Referrals in Allegheny County
Parents and caregivers can refer their child for Early Intervention (EI) with a simple phone call.
Other individuals in a child’s life, such as a child care provider, social worker, or pediatrician, may also recommend that a child receive early intervention. However, a child’s legal guardian must provide consent before a screening or evaluation occurs.
All families living in Allegheny County with a child ages birth– 3 years old:
- Call The Alliance for Infants and Toddlers at 412-885-6000 and ask to speak with the Intake Department.
- Or, guardians can complete an electronic referral form online (please read all instructions before submitting).
- Physicians, medical professionals, community agencies, and other family members can call The Alliance for Infants and Toddlers at 412-885-6000 to make a referral with parental permission.
- If a child is turning age 3 in 45 days or fewer, then the referral should be made to the appropriate preschool EI program.
Families who reside within the city of Pittsburgh with a child at least 2 years, 9 months old but not yet 5 years old:
Call the Pittsburgh Public Schools Early Intervention Program at 412-529-4000 to schedule a developmental screening and/or evaluation. You may call this number year-round.
Families who are unsure if they reside within the Pittsburgh Public School District can visit https://bit.ly/PPS-Search
- Enter your home address under “Find your address”
- Click “find on map”
- If a family lives in Pittsburgh Public, their neighborhood schools will display.
- If a family does NOT live in Pittsburgh Public, a message will display stating that the address is not in the district.
Families who live outside of the city of Pittsburgh, but within Allegheny County, with a child at least 2 years, 9 months old but not yet 5 years old:
Contact the Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU) Preschool Early Intervention at 412-394-5904 to schedule a screening and/or evaluation. You may call this number year-round.
Additional Resources
If you’re not sure where to start, families may also contact the CONNECT Helpline: 1-800-692-7288 or email help@connectpa.net, or submit an early intervention referral form online. If you’re in need of special education services or support for a child who has already begun kindergarten, contact the child’s elementary school or principal, or the district’s special education department to learn more or request an evaluation in writing.
