Adapted Physical Education, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy in Special Education Programs in Colorado: Guidelines for Implementation.

Overview & Synopsis

The guidelines address implementation of related services (adapted physical education, occupational therapy, and physical therapy) in Colorado special education programs. The first section considers factors in organizing services: the legal mandate of P.L. 94-142, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act; characteristics and professional criteria of the three related services; models for service provision; and options for obtaining services. Section 2, on service delivery, examines identification, assessment, development and implementation of the individualized education program, and reassessment. Monitoring services is the focus of the final section, with information on administrative, professional, and state department monitoring. (CL)