Abstract

Students with disabilities must have a statement of transition service needs in their individualized education programs (IEPs) by age 14. Transition service needs must be based on students' needs, preferences, and interests. Transition assessment is an ongoing process that can help students with disabilities gain an understanding of their needs, interests, and preferences in relation to educational, vocational, and postschool environments. In addition, it can provide secondary personnel with a framework to meet the mandates for transition services in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments of 1997. The legislative foundation, purposes, and uses of transition assessment in the middle and high school years are discussed in relation to transition planning. In addition, the competencies needed by personnel involved in this assessment process are highlighted along with IEP team members who may be involved in transition planning activities.

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