Section 10-94j-4 - Training proceduresTraining procedures established by the Commissioner of Education shall include, but not be limited to, training in the following areas:
(a) The nature and needs of different types of exceptionalities;(b) The availability of programs and programming options with respect to such exceptionalities;(c) The responsibilities and limitations of the role of the surrogate parent, including the following skills to ensure effective representation of the child: (1) Becoming thoroughly acquainted with the child's history and other information contained in school and other reports relating to the child's educational needs;(2) Complying with state and federal laws and regulations as to the confidentiality of all records and information pertaining to the child, to which he or she is privy;(3) Using discretion in the necessary sharing of information with appropriate people for the purpose of furthering the interest of the child;(4) Becoming familiar with the educational prescription for the child and, where appropriate, giving his or her approval;(5) Reviewing and evaluating special education programs pertaining to the child as well as such other programs as may be available; and(6) Initiating the mediation, hearing and/or appeal procedures and seeking qualified legal assistance when such assistance is in the best interest of the child;(d) The sources and types of assistance available to the surrogate parent; and(e) The legal rights of the child in all areas relating to the child's education.Conn. Agencies Regs. § 10-94j-4