PECT Early Intervention and PreK Services

Question 1

Under IDEA Part C, early intervention services are designed for children in which age range?

Accepted Answer

Birth through age 2 (0–3)

Answer

IDEA Part C specifically covers infants and toddlers from birth through age 2 (up to, but not including, age 3).

Question 2

The primary planning document required under IDEA Part C for children birth through age 2 is the:

Accepted Answer

Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)

Answer

The IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) is mandated by IDEA Part C and includes child outcomes as well as family resources, priorities, and concerns.

Question 3

A key difference between an IFSP and an IEP is that the IFSP:

Accepted Answer

Includes outcomes related to the family's needs and priorities

Answer

Unlike an IEP, the IFSP explicitly addresses the family's concerns, priorities, and resources, reflecting the family-centered philosophy of Part C.

Question 4

Under IDEA Part C, early intervention services must be provided in:

Accepted Answer

Natural environments to the maximum extent appropriate

Answer

IDEA Part C requires services in natural environments — places where children without disabilities typically participate — to the maximum extent appropriate.

Question 5

Under IDEA Part C, which professional is designated to help families access and coordinate all early intervention services?

Accepted Answer

Service coordinator

Answer

A service coordinator is required under IDEA Part C to coordinate all early intervention services and help families navigate the system.

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