This course provides a clear explanation of the IDEA's IEP content requirements as they particularly apply to children on the autism spectrum — helping you eliminate language that can lead to denial of FAPE. You gain a solid foundation in the legal rules governing length and format of the IEP, the individualization requirement, and problems that can arise when IEPs are too vague. The course also focuses on common trouble spots in writing IEPs for students with autism: related services; transition; extended school year; and behavior intervention plans. Plus, case law decisions illustrate districts’ various requirements and the actions that can land you in litigation.

Chapters

Chapter 1 The IEP Document: Overview of General Content Rules
Chapter 2 Key IEP Content Issues for Students with Autism (Part 1)
Chapter 3 Key IEP Content Issues for Students with Autism (Part 2)
Chapter 4 Reviewing and Revising IEP Content for Students with Autism

Learning Outcomes

• Identify which provisions must be a part of every IEP and make informed content decisions for each child
• Recognize specific items that do not have to be in the document and when methodology should be addressed
• Understand district obligations for documenting present levels of performance, measurable annual goals, and statements of special education and related services
• Know the circumstances under which the IEP for a child with autism should be reviewed and possibly revised
• Complete chapter assessments with 100 percent mastery and the final assessment with 80 percent mastery.

You’ll never pay more than $94 per course and DEEP discounts are available for volume purchases of 30 or more courses! See for yourself how you and/or your staff can benefit from taking DirectSTEP^® eLearning courses. Contact us in one of these three easy ways to get started:

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