Special Education & 504 Professional Development

This professional development is designed to provide individuals with knowledge and understanding of the legal framework that governs educational services to students with disabilities. This training aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the laws and regulations related to special education, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and other relevant laws.

This training covers various aspects of special education law, including child find and eligibility requirements for special education services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), disciplinary actions, procedural safeguards, due process procedures, and the rights of students with disabilities and their families.

All professional development experiences at Stevens Clay are tailored to YOUR needs. Length of time and format of professional development will be determined after our initial consultation with you.

Overview of the IDEA & Section 504

Learning Targets

  • Understand Child Find and Eligibility Requirements under the IDEA and Section 504

  • Understand the difference between IEPs and Section 504 Plans

  • Understand IEP Meeting Compliance and IEP Progress Monitoring, Data and Reporting

  • Understand the process for disciplining students with disabilities under the IDEA and Section 504

Audience

Anyone

Special Education Legal Training for School Psychologists

Learning Targets

  • Understand the Child Find, Referral, Evaluation & Eligibility requirements under the IDEA

  • Understand the requirements for disciplining students with disabilities under the IDEA, including the Manifestation Determination Review process

Audience

School Psychologists & Special Education Administrators