This course has an assignment that is due by 11:55 pm Central Standard Time on Wednesday night of the first week of class. Failure to complete this assignment will result in your removal from the course for non-participation.

Transition Education and Services by Patricia L. Sitlington, Debra A. Neubert, and Gary M, Clark.   Pearson, 5th edition, 2010.   ISBN 978-0-13-505608-0

This course will explore a variety of theories, concepts, principles, curricula, and service delivery models utilized when planning and implementing effective career development and transition programs for the exceptional individual. Issues related to family dynamics and resources available in the community to support families and their children as they transition into adulthood will be explored. Students will learn techniques for interacting with parents/professionals and examine collaborative strategies for interdisciplinary efforts.

Upon successful completion of the course, each participant should be able to:

• To demonstrate understanding of the historical and current roles of teachers, parents and families in the transition process.
• To demonstrate the legal foundations of transition.
• To collaborate effectively with families using excellent communication skills to assess what needs the special needs child may have.
• To demonstrate partnerships with families.
• To involve parents with integrating transition goals and writing an IEP.
• To demonstrate an understanding of transition into employment, and /or post- secondary education,
• To help families transition into living into the community.