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How Guardianship and Alternatives Impact the Autonomy of People with ID/DD
IntroductionUseful to: Parent Centers and others working with families who have a family member or friend with intellectual or developmental disabilities.The complete title of this...
Education/Training Connections
IntroductionAs part of a student’s transition planning for life after high school, the student and the other members of his or her IEP team will...
Getting Ready for Healthcare at the Age of Majority
When young people with disabilities reach the “age of majority,” they gain the right to manage their own affairs, including choosing their own doctor and...
Sheltered Workshops
IntroductionOnce the vocational assessment process is complete, the student will be presented with a variety of training and work options, depending upon the results of...
What is Supported Employment for Students with Special Needs
IntroductionWhen students with special needs reach a certain age, they can be exposed to employment opportunities after vocational assessment has been complete. There are three...
What are Transportation Services for Students in Special Education?
IntroductionIf transportation is required for the child to benefit from the special education program, transportation shall be written in the individual educational program and provided...
Respite Care – – Part II Benefits of Respite Care
IntroductionIn the last PTCH Respite Care wad defined and explained as a service for parents of children with severe disabilities. This PTCH will explain the...
What is Travel Training
The term travel training is used to refer to any kind of scheme or programmer or activity of this nature, and can take many different...
What are the Components of a Vocational Assessment?
IntroductionParents and professionals involved in facilitating the student’s transition after age 14 but no later than 16 should consider the developmental maturity of the student...
Career Guidance & Exploration for Students with Disabilities
Why is career guidance important?Students with disabilities face many obstacles as they transition from school to work. The process of deciding future career options can...
What is a Vocational Assessment?
One of the techniques used to determine a student's interests, aptitudes, and skills is a vocational assessment. A vocational assessment has been called the critical...
What is Travel Training?
IntroductionThere are many times when teachers of older special education students are asked questions about activities and experiences that will enhance a student’s independency. One...
Tips for Providing Experiential Life Skills Training in Residential Treatment Settings
IntroductionAll youth growing up in foster care need to receive hands-on training in life skills to help prepare them for their transition to adulthood. However,...
Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
Introduction If you are a special education teacher at the secondary level there will be times when your students with special needs will be attending...
The Role of the Family in the Transition Process
Listed below are steps that a family can take to assist in the transitional process:Explore your community for useful community resources.Discuss transition options with other...
Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education
Introduction Many of our Parent Teacher Conference Handouts are geared to the education and information for parents. This Parent Teacher Conference Handout is geared first...
Things to Consider When Looking Into College for Your Child with a Learning Disability
As a parent of an adolescent with a learning disability you will need to work closely with your child to prepare him/her for college. It...
Preparing for Employment: On the Home Front
Introduction Young people looking for their first jobs may be overwhelmed by the process and seek help from others. Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams can...
Record Keeping Checklist for Parents and Students During the Transition Process
During the transition process, it is extremely important that parents and students develop a record keeping system. Keeping relevant and timely records will facilitate the...
Transition Planning Timeline Checklist
NOTE: The following checklist is provided to serve as an optional planning tool and only as a guideline.Four to Five Years before Leaving the School...