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Education
Educational services provide the foundation for academic, social, and behavioral growth that are necessary for adult relationships and for developing independence. In this section, you will find information on supports and services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including:
- Placement options
- How to navigate the school day
- Dispute resolution for students up to age 21
- College and other post-secondary educational options for adults, including the right to accommodations
The Education section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™ answers many questions you may have and may help you to prepare for the unexpected. Use the filter options on the left side of your screen below to narrow article selections by categories.
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Last updated on Jun 9, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
General Education Development (GED) tests are used by all states as a basis for awarding high school equivalency credentials when a student has not graduated from high school. The GED has four subtests: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies...
Last updated on Jun 9, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Many individuals on the autism spectrum have great memories for facts and details, but they have trouble organizing their thoughts and accessing and integrating the information they have to make it useful for them. This is called "Executive Function"...
Last updated on Jun 9, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
The Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA) is federal legislation designed to strengthen the educational resources of colleges and universities and to provide financial assistance for students in post-secondary education. The HEOA is a...
Last updated on Jun 8, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Particularly for children on the autism spectrum, learning how to build friendships can be difficult. For most children, the foundation for a friendship is common experience and common interests. Yet children on the autism spectrum may appear unaware...
Last updated on Jun 8, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
The Division of Family Health Services, which is a division within the Department of Health and Human Services, is the agency responsible for Early Intervention (EI) in New Jersey. The Division of Family Health Services has established several...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
If you think that your child is not developing at the same rate or in the same way as most children his or her age, it is often a good idea to talk to your child’s pediatrician first. Explain your concerns. Tell the doctor what you have observed and...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Sometimes, due to grades, behaviors, or just a general gut feeling, parents may worry that their child has “something going on” that may help explain difficulties their child is experiencing. Perhaps you are getting calls from the school, or maybe...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
If you are a working parent, you may need to find afterschool care for your child. Finding a good program for a child on the autism spectrum can be difficult, but it is important to make sure the program is a good fit for your child. You will want a...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
For any high school senior, there may be few more stressful situations than applying to college. Figuring out what you like in a school, how far away you want to go, and what you might want to study are big decisions for most 17 or 18-year olds. Once...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines the kinds of services and supports children with disabilities may be eligible to receive. The services your child actually receives will be determined by the Individualized Education...