ADA Flashcards
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Americans with disabilities act
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Ages covered
Lifespan
no restrictions
From birth to death
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Purpose
To prohibit discrimination on the basis of a person’s disability and the private sector transportation, communication systems and employment
Helps provide access and removes barriers
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Definitions of child/ person with a disability
A person with a physical or mental impairment that limits a major life function
The person must be qualified for the program, service and job in all ways except for the disability
Also protected our individuals associated with the disabled person
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Types of Law
Civil rights law
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Funding
Because this is a civil rights law, no additional funding is provided
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Planning documents
Reasonable accommodation request form
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Assessment requirements to determine eligibility
Statements from disability service provider such as vocational rehab
Statement form from a medical professional
Functional assessment as required by the agency
Personal journals or logs
FAPE
Vape is not required because reasonable accommodations are required for eligible individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job
This applies to any special education program that may be community-based and involved in job training or placement
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Due process
Administrative requirements, compliance procedures and consequences for non-compliance are publicly listed