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New JerseyThe information presented below is a brief overview of this state's special education support system. Please contact the state education agency or follow the included links for more detailed information. Educational definitions of disabilities
More detailed information is available at eligibility criteria (Page 55). Numbers of students with disabilities servedFor the 2011 child count (most current available), New Jersey reported the following:
Support service structureState of New Jersey Department of Education, Special Education monitors and supports the special education services provided by public schools. Task forcesThe New Jersey Adults with Autism Task Force submitted its final report in 2009. Statewide disability clearinghouseNew Jersey does not have a statewide disability clearinghouse. Disability scholarship programNew Jersey does not have a statewide disability scholarship. Insurance coverage for autism spectrum disorder servicesNew Jersey enacted legislation related to insurance coverage specifically for autism spectrum disorder-related services. See New Jersey insurance for more details. TRICARE-approved applied behavior analysis providersAs of May 2013, New Jersey had 32 supervisors (direct service providers) and 54 tutors (assistants requiring supervision to provide services). Parent training and information centerThe Statewide Parent Advocacy Network is New Jersey's statewide parent training and information center while the Association for Special Children and Families supports families in northern Passaic County. Secondary transition resourcesInformation and resources related to secondary transition in New Jersey is available at secondary transition. Military Interstate Children's Compact CommissionNew Jersey is a member of the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission. Special education resourcesInformation resources for families are available from the local school district and the parent training and information centers listed above. Additional information is provided at resources. |