Child Care Reporting--Child has an IEP or IFSP
Instructions to complete the Child has Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) field in the CDD-801A monthly report.The "Child has an IEP or IFSP" information field indicates if a child has an active Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) on file with the agency. Children with exceptional needs are described in Education Code (EC) Section 8208(l)(2). These children require the special attention of adults in a child care setting. In addition, a child who is otherwise eligible for subsidized child care services (except in California State Preschool Program (CSPP)) may be served until age 21 years if he or she has an active IEP or IFSP and is receiving appropriate special education and related services.
Where to Find It
On the EED 9600 Form, in Section VI: Dta on Children Served in the Program, under "IEP or IFSP Status"
Rules and Guidelines
- This information field is required; only one option may be selected.
- This field includes the following options:
- 01: Yes, the child has an active IEP or IFSP
- 02: No, the child does not have an active IEP or IFSP
- 03: No, but the child was certified with an active IEP or IFSP at time of enrollment
Error Messages and Solutions
- "Child has IEP or IFSP" is required. [801A Electronic File Transfer], [801A Input/Edit]
Problem: The information in for the "Child has IEP or IFSP" was not provided.
Solution: Confirm that "Y" or "N" is indicated in the electronic file; confirm that "Yes" or "No" is selected from the dropdown list.
- The 'Child has an IEP or IFSP' field is invalid (WI162) [801A Electronic File Transfer]
Problem: The information in the electronic file for the Child’s IEP is not acceptable.
Solution: Confirm that “01”, "02" or “03” is indicated in the electronic file.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I know if the child meets the definition of exceptional needs?
The family file will contain a copy of an active IEP or IFSP.
- What if the family's file does not contain an active IEP or IFSP?
If there is no active IEP or IFSP in the family's file, answer "No" to this question. Only answer "Yes" if the child has an active IEP or IFSP on file with the agency.
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