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ECE 4610: Early Assessment & Referral
According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), children with disabilities are entitled to receive a public education that is both suitable for their needs and free of charge. Essentially, public schools must offer specialized education tailored to the unique requirements of every child, up to the age of 21. In the state of Michigan, these services are available up to the age of 26.
It's essential to emphasize that not every student with a learning disability will be provided special education services through an Individualized Education Program (IEP). IDEA covers 13 specific conditions.
- Other Health Impairedi.e. ADD, ADHD, Tourette syndrome, asthma, epilepsy, heart conditions, hemophilia.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- IEPs and 504 Plans: A Guide for ParentsAn IEP is a formal plan that involves specialized instruction, supportive services and measurable goals. These goals are reviewed on a yearly ...
- IEP Topics | Michigan Alliacne for FamiliesThese resources can help you understand the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and the importance of parent participation in developing your child's IEP.
- Individualized Education Program (IEP) | Michigan.govAn individualized education program (IEP) is a written document for students with disabilities ages 3 through 25 that outlines the student's educational ...
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) | United Federation of TeachersThe Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the cornerstone of the special education process for each individual student. The IEP is a strategic planning ...
- Special Education: The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) | C.S. Mott Children's HospitalAn Individual Education Plan, or IEP, is used by public schools to provide specialized, tailored education services for children with disabilities...