This training explores critical topics and essential “how-to’s” that every special education teacher in Iowa needs to know. Key areas include:

• Navigating the Achieve System

• IEP development

• The Child Find process

• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)

• Additional considerations for Preschool (PK) and Secondary Transition IEPs

This comprehensive learning package was developed through a partnership between the Iowa Department of Education and the Area Education Agencies. Its goal is to provide consistent, high-quality training to support new special education teachers across the state.