SAC Regulatory Compliance & Legal Framework 2

Question 1

Under FERPA, which of the following is considered a legitimate educational interest allowing school officials access to student records without consent?

Accepted Answer

Fulfilling a professional responsibility in the employee's job description

Answer

FERPA allows school officials with a legitimate educational interest — meaning access is needed to fulfill their professional responsibilities — to view records without parental consent.

Question 2

A Student Assistance Counselor suspects a student is being abused at home. Under mandatory reporting laws, the SAC must report when:

Accepted Answer

There is reasonable suspicion, even without proof

Answer

Mandatory reporting laws require reporting upon reasonable suspicion of abuse — counselors are not investigators and do not need proof before making a report.

Question 3

Which federal law specifically governs the confidentiality of substance use disorder treatment records in federally assisted programs?

Accepted Answer

42 CFR Part 2

Answer

42 CFR Part 2 provides strict confidentiality protections for patient records related to substance use disorder treatment in federally assisted programs, often more restrictive than HIPAA.

Question 4

A parent requests to inspect their child's educational records. Under FERPA, the school must provide access within:

Accepted Answer

45 days

Answer

FERPA requires educational institutions to provide parents access to their child's education records within 45 days of the request.

Question 5

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires schools to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for eligible students. Which team member is NOT typically required at an IEP meeting?

Accepted Answer

The student's private therapist

Answer

IDEA mandates specific participants — including special ed teachers, general ed teachers, and LEA representatives — but a private therapist is not a required team member.

(SAC) Student Assistance Counselor Certification Practice Test

(SAC) Student Assistance Counselor Certification Practice Test

SAC Regulatory Compliance & Legal Framework 2