IDEA Part C covers which group of children?

IDEA Part C covers which group of children?

• A. Infants and toddlers birth–3 with early intervention
• B. 3–5-year-olds with preschool special education and related services
• C. All school-age children
• D. Adults with disabilities

Answer: (A)

IDEA Part C focuses on the earliest years, providing early intervention for infants and toddlers from birth through age 3 who have a disability or are at risk and need supports to promote development. The services are family-centered and tailored through an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), often delivered in natural environments like home or community settings so learning happens in everyday routines. When a child turns 3, the plan typically shifts to Part B, which covers preschool and school-age services. Other groups described—preschoolers, older school-age children, or adults—fall under different parts of IDEA, not Part C.

IDEA Part C focuses on the earliest years, providing early intervention for infants and toddlers from birth through age 3 who have a disability or are at risk and need supports to promote development. The services are family-centered and tailored through an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), often delivered in natural environments like home or community settings so learning happens in everyday routines. When a child turns 3, the plan typically shifts to Part B, which covers preschool and school-age services. Other groups described—preschoolers, older school-age children, or adults—fall under different parts of IDEA, not Part C.