32 Miss. Code. R. 21-6-6.4 - Development of the IPE

When an individual is determined to be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services, the IPE shall be completed. An IPE shall be a written document prepared on current forms provided by the Agency as outlined in Section 361.45(b)(2) of the 1998 Rehabilitation Act Amendments regarding general requirements.

The eligible individual or his/her representative will be provided information, in writing and in an appropriate mode of communication, regarding the individual's options for developing an IPE including:

1. information on the availability of assistance, to the extent determined to be appropriate by the eligible individual, from a qualified vocational rehabilitation counselor in developing all or part of the IPE for the individual, and the availability of technical assistance in developing all or part of the IPE for the individual;

2. a description of the full range of components as defined in Section 361.48 that shall be included in an IPE; and,

3. as appropriate--

a. an explanation of Agency guidelines and criteria associated with financial commitments concerning an Individualized Plan for Employment;

b. additional information the eligible individual requests or the Agency determines to be necessary;

c. information on the availability of assistance in completing designated Agency forms required in developing an IPE; and,

d. a description of the rights and remedies available to such an individual including, if appropriate, a description of the availability of a Client Assistance Program and information about how to contact the CAP.

An IPE for a student with a disability receiving special education services is developed--

a. In consideration of the student's IEP; and

b. In accordance with the plans, policies, procedures, and terms of the interagency agreement between MDRS and the local school district.

In planning transition services for students, the IPE for a student determined to be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services must be developed and approved (i.e., agreed to and signed by the individual and the counselor) before the student leaves the school setting and as early as possible during the transition planning process.

Notes

32 Miss. Code. R. 21-6-6.4