Iowa Admin. Code r. 281-41.43

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 8, October 30, 2024

Rule 281-41.43 - Transition services

(1)General. "Transition services" means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability and meets the following description:

a. Is designed to be within a results-oriented process that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a disability to facilitate the child's movement from school to postschool activities, including postsecondary education, vocational education, integrated employment (including supported employment), continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, or community participation;

b. Is based on the individual child's needs, taking into account the child's strengths, preferences, and interests; and includes the following:

(1) Instruction;

(2) Related services;

(3) Community experiences;

(4) The development of employment and other post-school adult living objectives; and

(5) If appropriate, acquisition of daily living skills and provision of a functional vocational evaluation.

(2)May be special education or a related service. Transition services for children with disabilities may be special education, if provided as specially designed instruction, or a related service if required to assist a child with a disability to benefit from special education.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 281-41.43

Adopted by IAB April 17, 2024/Volume XLVI, Number 21, effective 5/22/2024