The NDD Training Program at the Kennedy Krieger Institute builds on at least two core years of pediatric training in an ACGME approved program. We accept two residents per year.

Applications can be made at the end of medical school and in conjunction with applications for preliminary two years of pediatrics, during the PL1 year in an ACGME program, or in the PGY3 year. Fourth year medical students and current pediatrics residents may apply through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).  

NDD Match Position Types:

  • JHH Neurodevelopmental Disabilities – Categorical (1 position): The NRMP program code is 1242186C0
  • JHH Neurodevelopmental Disabilities –Advanced position (1 position): The NRMP program code is 1242186A0

For the Categorical Program affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Pediatrics Residency program, you do not need to apply to the pediatrics program separately. We review all applications and work with the Hopkins Pediatrics program to determine whether you will be offered an interview for the preliminary pediatrics position. 

The Advanced position is affiliated with the University of Maryland Pediatrics Program. In addition to applying to our NDD program, please also apply to the categorical pediatrics residency at University of Maryland to be considered for our Advanced NDD position. Our programs work closely together for the successful Advanced position match. We have had more than 6 years of successful matches through the Advanced program affiliation with the University of Maryland.

The 2025 optional Supplemental ERAS application or program signaling are not required for our NDD program.

For your application we would need:

  1. Completion of the ERAS application including current CV
  2. Three letters of recommendation (submitted through ERAS). There should be one letter from a chair, chief or program director (pediatrics, neurology, child neurology, or another specialty). 

We will review your application and invite applicants to interview and have a virtual visit at Kennedy Krieger. 

NEW 1-year NDD Fellowship for Child Neurology Program Graduates:

If you have or will be completing an accredited child neurology residency and are interested in a 1-year NDD accredited fellowship, please send an inquiry to Dr. Miya Asato at Asato@KennedyKrieger.org. Our program focuses on predominantly outpatient populations including evaluation of children and youth with concerns for intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, learning and communication disorders, high risk infants, and cerebral palsy.

We will be reviewing inquiries and conducting interviews this fall.

To apply for this position, please send us:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • 3 letters of recommendation  (include your child neurology program director)
  • A personal statement
  • A copy of your medical school transcript
  • Copies of your USMLE reports (step 1, 2, 3)

Once we review your completed application, we will contact you with instructions on scheduling a virtual visit to Kennedy Krieger and interviews with faculty and current residents.  There is no formalized match for this position.