When is a 1:1 aide a legally required support for students with autism? IEP teams and courts alike are grappling with the fine points of individualized paraprofessional support in the implementation of special education programs. This recorded audio conference gets down to the legal nitty-gritty surrounding the use of 1:1 aides. You'll get a comprehensive analysis of the legal issues in this tug of war over supplementary aids and services, plus a review of recent court decisions.

Get expert commentary on key legal cases and practical guidance for avoiding the pitfalls that lead to due process hearing requests and litigation. You and your staff learn:

• How to respond to parents’ requests for 1:1 aides
• How to assess student need, according to guidance provided by the IDEA and current case law
• The importance of appropriate IEP development and execution
• The legal and educational risks of providing too much or too little 1:1 assistance
• How methodology decisions impact paraprofessionals’ roles
• And more