(1.75) Does the California Department of Rehabilitation have any responsibility in assisting my child to transition from special education to post-school adult life? – SERR – Special Education Rights and Responsibilities

(1.75) Does the California Department of Rehabilitation have any responsibility in assisting my child to transition from special education to post-school adult life?

Yes. Each state’s vocational rehabilitation agency must have policies and procedures in place for coordination between the agency and education officials responsible for special education. The California Department of Rehabilitation must provide technical assistance to districts in transition planning and services in such areas as vocational rehabilitation and IEP development. [29 U.S.C. Sec. 721(a)(11)(D).] See Chapter 10 for more Information on Transition Services, including Vocational Education.