IEP Basics: What Every Parent Needs to Know First

Navigate the IEP process with confidence. This course gives parents the foundational knowledge, language, and tools to become effective advocates for their child's education.
Most parents receive an IEP notice with no preparation and no roadmap. They sit across from a table of professionals who have done this hundreds of times - and are expected to participate meaningfully in decisions that will shape their child's education.

That is not a fair starting point. This course changes it.
In four short lessons, you will learn what an IEP actually is, who qualifies for one, how it differs from a 504 plan, and who every person in that room is supposed to be. You will leave with four practical tools you can use immediately.
This course is education and coaching - not legal advice. It is designed for parents who want to advocate for themselves.

What's included?

  • 4 Lessons

  • 4 Downloads

  • 4 Resources

  • 1 Certificate

Course Lessons

Dr. Reba Clarke-Wedderburn

Dr. Reba Clarke-Wedderburn is the founder of EDquity 360 and an education equity advocate with years of experience supporting families navigating the special education system.
Her work is built on one belief: every parent deserves to walk into an IEP meeting knowing they belong there. EDquity 360 exists to make that possible.
Patrick Jones - Course author
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