Transition and Employment - Special Education

Requirements
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Legal Requirements
The Legal Framework is a compilation of state and federal requirements for special education organized by topic in a user-friendly format.
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Graduation Requirements
Students with disabilities must earn required credits, as well as participate in statewide assessment to meet graduation requirements.
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Texas Transition & Employment Guide
The Transition Guide aids youth, parents, and professionals. It provides resources for navigating the shift from high school to adult living, focusing
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Self-Determination
Self-determination is an important part of transition for students with disabilities because it provides the skills and tools necessary to allow stude
Transition & Employment Services Designee (TED)
Transition Planning
Since 2014, each local education agency (LEA) or shared services arrangement (SSA) is required to designate at least one employee to serve as the designee regarding transition and employment services for students receiving special education services.
Transition Planning & TED Responsibilities in Legal Framework
TED Minimum Training Requirements
All TEDs are required to complete this new training course as this replaces the old set of 3 courses
The purpose of this training is to give information and tools needed to fulfill the statutory requirements of the TED role for a school district.
In this course, you will learn more about:
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The difference between the TED and other school staff
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The role of the TED within a school district or shared service arrangement
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The requirements of the TED
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Tools and resources that will support implementation of the TED requirements
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How to develop an individualized professional development plan to further build capacity in transition
As you work through this course, you will learn more about the TED requirements while completing knowledge checks and participating in discussion questions. You will complete one module at a time before you can move to the next module.
Work-Based Learning
Vocational education means organized educational programs that are directly related to the preparation of individuals for paid or unpaid employment, or for additional preparation for a career not requiring a baccalaureate or advanced degree. IDEA 2004 §300.39
Career and Technical Education
Resources