Beginning the Special Education Journey

Course ID: FAM–121

Audience

Family Education Program

Course Description

This mini-course identifies the professionals who work with children with visual impairments and other disabilities. It explains the difference between the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and discusses the different types of special education teams. It outlines the range of placements for children with visual impairments and gives ways to prepare for the transition from early intervention services to preschool. Finally, it lists the steps on the road to an appropriate education. Knowledge of the basics of special education services can help parents ensure that their children receive an appropriate education.

Media

large print, online and eBook download

Organization

The course consists of one lesson.

Credit

none

Prerequisites Skills

none

Prerequisite Equipment

none

Overview

Students submit one assignment by mail, fax, email, or telephone. To submit by telephone, the student must first make an appointment with the instructor.

Grading

satisfactory-unsatisfactory

Objectives and Content

After completing the course, the student will be able to

• identify the professionals who help children with visual impairments and other disabilities
• describe IFSPs and IEPs
• discuss the different types of special education teams
• outline the range of placements for children with visual impairments go to school
• give examples of ways to prepare for the transition from early intervention services to preschool
• list the main steps of the special education process