School-based physical therapy is covered by which Part of IDEA?

School-based physical therapy is covered by which Part of IDEA?

• A. Part A
• B. Part B
• C. Part C
• D. Part D

Answer: (B)

IDEA divides services by parts that cover different populations and settings. School-based physical therapy is provided under Part B, which covers special education and related services for children with disabilities in the school setting (roughly ages 3 through 21). PT is considered a related service that the IEP team can include when it’s needed for the child to benefit from special education. Part A has general provisions, Part C covers early intervention for birth to 2, and Part D covers national programs and activities. So, school-based PT fits under Part B.

IDEA divides services by parts that cover different populations and settings. School-based physical therapy is provided under Part B, which covers special education and related services for children with disabilities in the school setting (roughly ages 3 through 21). PT is considered a related service that the IEP team can include when it’s needed for the child to benefit from special education. Part A has general provisions, Part C covers early intervention for birth to 2, and Part D covers national programs and activities. So, school-based PT fits under Part B.