Postsecondary Goals

Beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the student is 16 and updated annually thereafter, the IEP must include appropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age appropriate transition assessments related to training, education, employment, and, where appropriate, independent living skills.

• Appropriate Measurable Postsecondary Goals

  Describe what the student wants to do based upon age-appropriate transition assessments.

• Age-Appropriate Transition Assessments

  The common thread in the transition process forming the basis for defining goals and services to be included in the Individualized Education Program (IEP).