IX. Transition to Adulthood Flashcards
When do parents and adolescents with ASD start the transition process, and what is it called?
- ITP (Individualized transition Plan), which is part of the IEP, can start as early as age 14
- But, it is BY LAW REQUIRED by age 16
What does IDEA 2004 mandate the IEP team provide in terms of planning & coordinating?
IEP team is to provide well planned and coordinated set of activities for a student with a disability
How does the IEP team provide a result oriented process?
- provide instruction, community experience, development of employment, and adult living objectives (when kids are working when still in school they are more likely to work when they are out of school)
- Make it specific to student’s strengths, interests, & needs–based on functional vocational evaluation
- improve academic & functional achievement to facilitate life after school
What are we planning for the adolescent with autism as they transition to adulthood?
- community mobility
- community participation
- financial independence
- friendships & relationships
- integrated employment
- living arrangement
- post-secondary education (college)
- recreation & leisure
What is the Focus of the IEP team through the transition process?
-support transition from school to post school activities
THE FOLLOWING ARE EXAMPLES:
- community participation
- competitive employment (unsupported
- continuing (adult) education & services
- higher education opportunities act (2008
- independent living
- integrated employment (supported)
- leisure and recreation
- post secondary education (college)
- secured or integrated employment
- sheltered workshops
- vocational training
Who is involved with Transition planning?
- student
- parent(s) or caregivers
- any agency providing transition services
* rehab counselor
* social worker
* employment agency staff
* Independent living center staff
* Person knowledgeable of financial benefits (SSI)
* Personal/health care providers
* Transition coordinator front he school district
* Advocate to help interpret information from the meeting
Components of Transition Planning–check the flow chart. need to insert this when I convert to advanced….
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In a Comprehensive Transition Assessment What do we test for in terms of General Transition Areas & Skills?
General Transition Areas & Skills
- career interests
- preferences & interests
- sensory needs
- communication
- self determination
In a comprehensive Transition Assessment what do we test for in terms of Functional Life Skills and Academics?
- Physical Mobility
- assistive technology
- leisure and social skills
- medical & health
- special skills interests
What is Self Advocacy?
-ability to speak/act on behalf of one’s self
What is self determination?
the process of taking control & making decisions that affect one’s life
What is Person-centered planning?
- an approach used to promote “Self-Determination” and “Self Advocacy” and used with students with more significant disabilities using planning tools
- assess skills (strengths & challenges) and help prioritize and develop goals to maximize student involvement
- creates team of people who develop & share a dream for the student’s future
Why are students with ASD faced with a unique challenge?
because of the complexity of their disorder
What difficulties does a student with ASD have?
- auditory processing
- cognitive impairments
- impaired speech production
- regulating or shifting attention
- sensory processsing & regulation
What must we always keep in mind about the distinct needs and challenges of students with ASD?
challenges in one area exacerbates problems with other areas
