Transition Planning for Post-Secondary Success Flashcards

Under IDEA 2004, by what age must transition planning be incorporated into a student's IEP in Florida?

Answer: 14

While IDEA requires transition planning by age 16, Florida law requires transition planning to begin no later than age 14.

A student's transition IEP must be based on which of the following?

Answer: Age-appropriate transition assessments that identify the student's strengths, preferences, interests, and needs

IDEA requires transition IEPs to be grounded in age-appropriate transition assessments that identify the student's strengths, preferences, interests, and needs — centering the student's voice.

Which post-secondary goal area is required to be addressed in every student's transition IEP?

Answer: Post-secondary education or training, employment, and (where appropriate) independent living

IDEA requires transition IEPs to address post-secondary education or training AND employment. Independent living skills goals are required when appropriate for the individual student.

A 17-year-old student with an intellectual disability wants to work in a grocery store. Which transition service would MOST directly support this goal?

Answer: A community-based work experience at a local grocery store with job coach support

A community-based work experience with job coaching directly prepares the student for the specific employment goal in a real-world setting.

What is 'self-determination' in the context of transition planning?

Answer: The student's ability to make choices, set goals, advocate for themselves, and take responsibility for their own future

Self-determination refers to the student's capacity to direct their own life — including making informed choices about their education, career, and living situation.

Which of the following BEST describes 'competitive integrated employment' as a transition outcome?

Answer: Employment in a regular work setting alongside non-disabled employees at minimum wage or better

Competitive integrated employment means working in a typical community business setting, earning at least minimum wage, alongside non-disabled coworkers.