EDS 524Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities

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(2 crs.) This course will prepare special education graduate candidates for the knowledge and skills needed to support students in post-secondary transition planning. The course will highlight post-secondary transition practices related to: a) data-based decision making, b) post-secondary employment, c) college planning, d) daily functional living skills, e) person-centered planning, f) caregiver/family involvement, g) federal and state laws, and h) interagency collaboration.  Candidates will become familiar with transition assessment, developing transition Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and planning supports for students transitioning out of high school. (Lec/Online) Pre: Admittance into the MA in Education Program (with Special Education specialization) or by permission of instructor