Transitional Assessment in Southern California
Reasons for requesting a Transitional Assessment:
- To identify a student’s strengths, interests, and goals for future education or career pathways
- To determine the skills and supports needed for independent living and community participation
- To ensure the IEP includes meaningful, actionable transition goals and services
- To provide objective recommendations that prepare the student for a smooth, confident transition into adulthood
Who Can Benefit from a Transitional Assessment?
A Transitional Assessment can be valuable for many students, particularly when planning for life after high school requires more insight than school-based evaluations have provided. Students who may benefit from a Transitional Assessment include:
- Those who need a clear plan for post-secondary education, employment, or vocational training
- Students who require support in developing independent living and community participation skills
- Young adults whose strengths, interests, and goals have not been fully identified or addressed in their IEP transition planning
Why Families Request a Transitional Assessment
Families often seek a Transitional Assessment for several key reasons, including:
- To develop a clear plan for a student’s life after high school
- To identify strengths, interests, and skills that guide post-secondary goals
- To determine the supports and services needed for success in further education, employment, and independent living
We Are Here to Help You Navigate the Transitional Assessment Process
If you’re considering a Transitional Assessment, it’s natural to have questions. We’ve compiled answers to some of the most common inquiries we hear from families in Southern California. Whether you’re wondering how the process works, when it’s appropriate, or how it can guide your child’s transition planning, our FAQ section is here to provide clarity and direction.
A Transitional Assessment is an evaluation that helps identify a student’s strengths, interests, preferences, and needs to guide planning for life after high school. It focuses on areas such as education, employment, independent living, and community participation.
Under IDEA, transition planning must begin by age 16 (or earlier in some states). A Transitional Assessment can be conducted any time a student is preparing to set post-secondary goals or needs support in planning their next steps.
It provides a clear, individualized roadmap for achieving post-secondary goals, ensuring that the IEP includes meaningful transition services, skill development, and supports tailored to the student’s future plans.
Our assessments are performed by experienced professionals with expertise in education, career readiness, and independent living skills, ensuring recommendations are both practical and evidence-based.
