Purpose
Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) programs conduct coordinated, integrated, and advanced programs of research, training, and information dissemination in topical areas that are specified by NIDILRR. RRTCs conduct research to improve rehabilitation methodology and service delivery systems; improve health and functioning; and promote employment, independent living, family support, and economic and social self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.
They also provide training (including graduate, pre-service, and in-service training) to assist rehabilitation personnel to more effectively provide rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.
RRTCs serve as centers of national excellence in rehabilitation research for providers and for individuals with disabilities and their representatives. Awards are normally made for a five-year period.
How to Apply
- Eligible applicants are states; public or private agencies, including for-profit agencies; public or private organizations, including for-profit organizations; and institutions of higher education; and Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations.
- Search for RRTC funding opportunities by going to the search page of grants.gov. Find the Opportunity Number text box in the left margin. Then type *NIDILRR-RT* in the search box. Be sure to include the asterisks. Then press the Search button. Any posted or forecasted RRTC funding opportunities will be displayed. If zero search results are displayed, a new RRTC funding opportunity has not been posted or forecasted. To view closed or archived RRTC funding opportunities, select the closed or archived checkboxes under the OPPORTUNITY STATUS heading in the left margin.
- Want to learn about NIDILRR funding opportunities for all NIDILRR programs? View the complete list
- For more searching tips, viewing the Grants.gov Searching Tips' page.
- As a rough guideline, check the preceding link between October and April every year.
- View the Guide to Applying for some helpful application tips.
General Highlights
- View a list of newly and currently-funded RRTC Grantees
- View a list of completed RRTC Grantees
- View the mission statement of NARRTC, a membership organization committed to improving the quality of life, independence of life choices, and the inclusion of individuals with disabilities and their families through relevant research, training, technical assistance, knowledge translation, development and demonstration activities.
Results-Oriented Highlights
- 2020-2024 Full-Text RRTC Publications in REHABDATA Want to obtain documents listed in REHABDATA
- A sampling of RRTC full-text publications found in PubMed Central
Program Contact
Contact Phillip Beatty at NIDILRR if you have questions about the RRTC Program funding mechanism.