Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Collaboration and Communication with Parents and School Staff prepares special education teachers to collaborate effectively with parents, school staff, and other professionals to plan programs and access services for students with exceptionalities. This includes applying culturally responsive communication strategies within school, educational settings, and the community. The course introduces ways to enhance parental involvement and family engagement while teaching families and students advocacy throughout the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and transition planning processes. The learner will create an IEP and then engage in a simulated IEP annual review where they will practice effective communication and collaboration skills key to the program's development and implementation. Candidates will engage in three hours of preclinical experiences that include a simulated collaborative experience in which skills learned can be applied.

Official catalog text — WGU-authored.