Guidelines for Planning Transition

• Include the student and family in transition planning.
• Provide student with options to participate in multiple community events and experiences.
• Include vocational evaluation results in transition plan after age 16.
• Develop a multiple-year plan to fashion the transition over time.
• Plan for transitions in home, school, work and community.
• Use quality of life indicators to assist in planning and evaluating transition goals.

Adapted from:

Blosser, J.L., De Pompei, R. (2003). Pediatric Traumatic Brian Injury: Proactive intervention, 2nd edition. Delmar: Clifton Park NY.