2027 N4A Professional Development Institute (PDI) Application

Steve McDonnell Professional Development Institute (PDI) Application

N4A is excited to launch the annual Steve McDonnell Professional Development Institute (PDI). Named after the program's founder, PDI's mission is to create and maintain a learning community that transmits, creates, and preserves the knowledge that defines the profession.

After completion of the program, PDI continues to support the professional growth of its graduates through ongoing professional development opportunities and meaningful cohort connections.

The 2027 N4A PDI will be held June 11th through 13th, 2027, in Orlando, Florida.

Members attending PDI & convention will have a joint registration fee of $600 for both events. Registration does not include lodging/travel expenses.
Members attending PDI only will have a registration fee of $375.

2027 PDI Timeline:

Launch Applications-Monday, November 9, 2027

Deadline for Applications-Friday, December 18th

Application Review- Wednesday, December 21- Friday, January 15, 2027

Notification to Selected Applicants-Tuesday, January 19, 2027 (due to MLK holiday)

Deadline to Accept-Tuesday, January 26, 2027

Deadline to Request Financial Assistance-Friday, February 5, 2027

Please select the track for which you wish to be considered

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By initialing this box, the participant acknowledges that they agree to the "Enrollee Commitment", have filled out this form to the best of their knowledge, have made their direct supervisor aware and understands that their application is not considered complete until all required information has been submitted.

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