Essentials of Transition Planning, Second Edition

K-12

All the essentials of transition planning are at your fingertips in the second edition of this popular book, a one-stop guide to helping young people live fulfilling adult lives beyond the classroom. Expanded and updated with the very latest on new legislation, funding sources, and other timely topics, this reader-friendly resource will help current and future professionals prepare young people to lead successful, self-determined adult lives.

WHAT’S NEW

Guidance on the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and its implications for transition and employment
All-new chapter on customized employment
In-depth coverage of funding sources available today due to new legislation
More emphasis on involving students and families in transition planning as early as middle school
New information on working with minority populations
Cutting-edge case studies that reflect the current state of transition services
More on employment goals and postsecondary education goals
New evidence-based practices for students with complex support needs

SELECTED TOPICS COVERED: self-determination * school inclusion * access to the general curriculum * goal development * transition IEP planning and development * social competence * postsecondary education * vocational education * community-based instruction * customized employment * interagency collaboration * funding transition programs

Includes practical checklists and forms!

Transition Planning Checklist
A Checklist for Inclusive Schooling
Career and Vocational Transition Worksheet
Postsecondary Education Transition Worksheet
Social Competencies Worksheet
Checklist of Steps in Designing a Functional Assessment
Checklist of Steps for Including Families in the Transition IEP Process
Dos and Don’ts of Transition IEP Implementation
and more!

Learn more about the new edition!

Reviews

Richard Luecking, Center for Transition and Career Innovation, University of Maryland - January 21, 2020

An exceptional resource that includes valuable and practical transition planning strategies, along with anecdotes that clearly illustrate their application. It is a must have for every transition professional.

Gary Greene, Professor Emeritus of Special Education, California State University, Long Beach - January 21, 2020

Offers a comprehensive overview of the key aspects of transition planning, including a review of evidence-based practices, practical information, and forms for practitioners to use.

Phillip Rumrill, CRC, Kent State University, OH - January 21, 2020

Simply a masterpiece: a modern, student-centered guide for transition-age youth with disabilities, their families, educators, adult service providers, and employers. An absolute must-read for all stakeholders in workplace inclusion and in the full participation of young people with disabilities in all aspects of society.

Authors: Paul Wehman Ph.D., Joshua Taylor Ph.D. Invited Contributors: Catherine Anderson Ph.D., CRC, Judy Averill M.Ed., Valerie A. Brooke M.Ed., DiAnne B. Davidsen M.Ed., Ph.D., Elizabeth Evans Getzel Ph.D., Ellie C. Hartman Ph.D., BCBA-D, Jennifer Todd McDonough M.S., Richard Parent-Johnson Ph.D., Wendy Parent-Johnson Ph.D., Cyndi Pitonyak M.S., W. Grant Revell Jr., M.S., M.Ed, Holly N. Whittenburg M.A.Ed., M.Ed.