SCTS Training’s 5 Specialized IEP Training Courses:
SCTS Training recognizes the importance of specialized IEP training and offers five courses designed to meet the needs of different stakeholders in the IEP process. Each course is tailored to the unique responsibilities and challenges faced by its target audience, ensuring that participants receive the most relevant and effective training possible.
1. The New Massachusetts IEP Training: 2001 to Present
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- Target Audience: Experienced educators familiar with the 2001 IEP requirements.
- Course Overview: This course is specifically designed for educators who have experience with the 2001 IEP requirements and need to transition to the new Massachusetts IEP framework. The course includes crosswalk documentation that maps sections of the 2001 IEP to the new IEP, helping educators understand the changes and how to implement them effectively. Additionally, it provides resources and references to the 2001 requirements, ensuring that educators can make informed decisions while transitioning to the new system.
- Importance: This course is essential for ensuring that experienced educators do not feel lost or overwhelmed by the new requirements. By providing a clear comparison between the old and new frameworks, SCTS ensures that educators can smoothly transition their practices to align with the updated standards, ultimately benefiting the students they serve.
2. IEP Training for New Educators
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- Target Audience: Educators who have not had previous IEP experience.
- Course Overview: Designed for educators who are new to the IEP process, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to the new Massachusetts IEP requirements. Participants will learn the fundamentals of developing and implementing IEPs, from understanding legal requirements to writing effective goals and objectives. The course also covers best practices for collaborating with other members of the IEP team and engaging with parents.
- Importance: For new educators, understanding the IEP process from the ground up is critical. This course ensures that new educators start their careers with a strong foundation in IEP development and implementation, enabling them to provide the best possible support to students with disabilities from the very beginning.
3. IEP Training for General Educators
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- Target Audience: General educators who work with students with IEPs.
- Course Overview: General educators play a vital role in the IEP process by implementing accommodations and modifications in the general education classroom. This course provides high-level information about the IEP process and the role of general educators within it. Participants will learn how to collaborate with special educators, monitor student progress, and ensure that IEP goals are being met in their classrooms.
- Importance: General educators are often the first to notice when a student with an IEP is struggling or thriving. By equipping them with the knowledge and skills to participate effectively in the IEP process, this course ensures that general educators can contribute meaningfully to the success of students with disabilities. It also emphasizes the importance of progress monitoring, helping general educators track student progress and make necessary adjustments to instruction.
4. IEP Training for District Leaders
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- Target Audience: District leaders and administrators responsible for overseeing IEP implementation.
- Course Overview: District leaders have a critical role in ensuring that IEP teams are coherent, compliant, and effective. This course focuses on the key concepts and regulations that district leaders need to know to oversee the IEP process effectively. Participants will learn how to ensure that IEP teams are functioning well, that IEPs are being implemented correctly, and that the district is in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Importance: District leaders are responsible for the overall success of the IEP process within their schools. This course ensures that they have the knowledge and skills to provide the necessary oversight and support, leading to better outcomes for students and fewer compliance issues for the district.
5. IEP Training for Parents
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- Target Audience: parents of students with IEPs.
- Course Overview: This course is designed to help educators lead group learning sessions for parents of students with IEPs. The course focuses on preparing parents to be integral parts of the IEP process by providing them with resources and information ahead of the IEP meeting. It also covers how parents can help ensure the long-term success of their child’s education, both during and after the IEP process.
- Importance: Parents are essential partners in the IEP process, but many feel unprepared to participate effectively. This course empowers educators to provide parents with the knowledge and confidence they need to advocate for their child’s needs. By fostering better communication and collaboration between parents and educators, this course helps ensure that IEPs are truly individualized and aligned with the student’s needs and goals.