Section R. 340.1738 - Severe cognitive impairment programRule 38. A severe cognitive impairment program shall be operated as follows:
(a) There shall be 1 teacher and 2 instructional aides for a maximum of 12 students. The maximum number of students may be extended to 15 if an additional instructional aide is assigned with the placement of the thirteenth student. At least 1 full-time teacher and 1 full-time aide shall be employed in every severe cognitive impairment program.(b) A severe cognitive impairment program shall consist of either of the following: (i) A minimum of 200 days and 1,150 clock hours of instruction.(ii) A minimum of 1,150 hours of instruction with no breaks greater than 10 consecutive days of pupil instruction.(c) Any decision on whether the child shall participate in the program beyond the regular school year established by the operating district must be made on an individual basis by the individualized education program team.(d) Teachers shall be responsible for the instructional program and shall coordinate the activities of aides and supportive professional personnel.(e) Instructional aides shall work under the supervision of the teacher and assist in the student's daily training program.(f) Program assistants may assist the teacher and the instructional aides in the feeding, lifting, and individualized care of students.(g) A registered nurse shall be reasonably available.Mich. Admin. Code R. 340.1738
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