3 - 5 yrs.
Non-Categorical
Early Childhood

DESCRIPTION

The eLearning course “3-5 Year Old's Non-Categorical Early Childhood" will discuss non-categorical eligibility for special education students.  According to the Legal Framework, Noncategorical is a student between the ages of 3-5 who is evaluated as having mental retardation, emotional disturbance, a specific learning disability, or autism may be described as noncategorical early childhood. Non-categorical Early Childhood (NCEC): Under the Individual with Disabilities Act (IDEA), younger students (ages 3-9) may be eligible for special education and related services under a broader disability category called “Developmental Delay.” States can choose what to call this general category, how they define it, and what age range it applies.


LEARNING OUTCOMES

eLearners should will be able to…

Define special education
Clarify the 3 categories or disabilities
Examine special education public laws
Discuss Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA)
Identify the benefits of Non-Categorical Early Childhood Framework
Describe evaluation procedures
Explain the Admission, Review, and Dismissal meeting.