What is the relationship between employment supports or accommodations and a student s Individual Education Plan (IEP)?
Work-based experiences are important in improving the post-school outcomes of youth with disabilities. These experiences help define the type of accommodations and supports that students need to successfully participate in the workplace. It is important for students with disabilities to have individualized supports so they can benefit from work-based learning experiences. This requires administrative commitment and expertise that includes an IEP with a transition statement that outlines the work experience. The determination and use of supports and accommodations should be discussed within the student s IEP.
