Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD)/Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings can be a source of anxiety for many SLPs whether you are new in your role or highly experienced. Juggling data, legal requirements, and different personalities can feel overwhelming. This session is designed to equip you with practical strategies to transform IEP meetings from stressful ordeals into productive collaborations while ensuring IEP compliance and effectively communicating your expertise for successful student outcomes. This session will provide school-based SLPs with a comprehensive overview of best practices for conducting IEP meetings.
Learn how to:
- Prepare effectively to streamline the process.
- Present data and recommendations clearly and confidently.
- Document progress and justify service recommendations.
- Navigate challenging conversations and address parent concerns.
- Foster a collaborative environment that promotes student success.
- Address common challenges and ethical considerations.
- Understand legal requirements and procedural safeguards related to SLP services.
- Manage your time and reduce post-meeting burnout.
This program has been submitted for approval of 3.0 clock hours of continuing education credit by the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing-Association (TSHA). TSHA approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
This session is free to members of the Special Education Cooperative.