SPC Information

The Role of the Special Populations Coordinator is to:

• Identify members of the special populations* enrolled in Career and Technical Education programs

• Assess the special needs (career interests and learning styles are required) of special populations students enrolled in CTE programs

• Develop and implement the Special Populations Component to the Career Development Plan (Career Development Plan-Plus CDP+)

• Coordinate special services for special populations students

• Provide guidance and career development activities for special populations students

• Maintain records documenting access to, progress through, and successful completion of Career and Technical Education programs for special populations students

*Per Perkins V Legislation, Special Populations Students in Career & Technical Education programs are in the following categories:

• Individuals with disabilities

• Individuals from economically disadvantaged families, including low-income youth and adults

• Individuals preparing for non-traditional fields

• Single parents, including single pregnant women

• English learners

• Homeless individuals described in section 725 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

• Youth who are in, or have aged out of, the foster care system

• Youth with a parent who is a member of the armed forces and is on active duty