WEST-E Special Education Practice Test

What is the purpose of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)?

1. To provide guidelines for special education compliance

2. To make decisions regarding a student's graduation

3. To offer services for young children with disabilities and their families

4. To establish classroom rules and regulations

The correct answer is: To offer services for young children with disabilities and their families

The purpose of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is to offer services for young children with disabilities and their families. The IFSP is a required plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for infants and toddlers (birth to age three) who have developmental delays or disabilities. It focuses not only on the child's needs but also on the family's needs, recognizing the crucial role that family plays in the child's development. The IFSP outlines specific services that will be provided to the child and the family to support their individual circumstances. This can include early intervention services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and family training, among others. The plan is tailored to meet the unique strengths and needs of the child and family and is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure that the services remain relevant and effective. The collaborative approach also empowers families by actively involving them in the development and implementation of the plan. Other options provide context but do not align with the core objective of the IFSP. The guidelines for compliance with special education laws relate more broadly to programs serving older children and are not specific to the individualized support targeted at very young children. Decisions regarding graduation pertain to older students and their educational milestones, while establishing classroom rules and regulations is focused