Understanding the IEP Process: A Parent Training Handout + Follow-Up Questions

Empower parents with a clear, concise, and user-friendly guide to navigating the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process. This digital handout is ideal for special educators, parent trainers, ABA professionals, and school staff who want to provide families with accessible information about special education rights, services, and advocacy under IDEA.

This resource breaks down the IEP process from referral through meetings, service planning, and conflict resolution—with added follow-up questions to promote parent engagement and reflection. Whether you’re conducting a parent training, prepping for an IEP meeting, or equipping families to advocate confidently, this tool is a must-have.

✅ What’s Included:

• 1 PDF Parent Handout covering:
  • What is an IEP?
  • Overview of IDEA and FAPE
  • Steps in the IEP Process
  • Evaluation & Eligibility
  • IEP Meetings and Team Roles
  • Available Services & Accommodations
  • Conflict Resolution Options (Mediation, Due Process, Complaints)
  • Terms to Know (BIP, LRE, MD, 504 Plans)

• Follow-Up Questions for parent trainers or professionals to use in discussion or coaching
  • Categorized into: Understanding, Evaluation, Services, Advocacy, and General Reflection

Perfect For:

• Parent education workshops
• ABA parent training sessions
• Special education teachers
• IEP meeting prep kits
• Advocacy coaching sessions

Format:

• Digital PDF file
• Print-friendly
• Ready to use in one-on-one or group settings

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