Professional Standards

Advocacy Services
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with all parties
• Prepare parent and student for meetings
• Attend meetings with a clear agenda outlined
• Assist parents and students with understanding the special education process
• Research clients’ disabilities and share information with all relevant parties
• Continually advocate for student’s independent skill development
• Work toward a meaningful outcome for the student and not a “win”
• Inform parent if the issues are beyond the scope of your ability and refer them to other professionals or organizations

Client and Business Records
• Maintain, organized, and secure financial and business records for every client
• Return any records to client upon dissolution or completion of services
• Maintain confidentiality of any personally identifiable documents or information
• Receive written consent from your client prior to discussing or sharing information
• Track time worked for each client and invoice accurately

Professional Development
• Continually attend relevant conferences and trainings
• Earn a minimum of ten professional development hours annually
• Pursue continuing education college credits
• Join and participate in relevant forums and associations
• Network with other advocates and parents of children with special needs
• Participate in community disability awareness events