Services for Children With Cognitive Disabilities

Eligibility

Cognitive Disability (CD) services are for students who exhibit significant delays in measured intelligence, adaptive functioning, and academic functioning.

The current eligibility criteria for cognitive disabilities under state law is found at PI 11.36 (1), Wis. Admin. Code. Requirements related to the need for special education are at PI 11.35, Wis. Admin. Code.

• CD Criteria Evaluation Guide (08/02)
• eligibility criteria checklist - Word Fillable - Spanish-Fillable
• CD Powerpoint Presentation
• Comparison Chart for Wisconsin Eligibility Criteria for CD
• Resource List (Adaptive Behavior Evaluation Tools)
• Need for Special Education - Sample Form

Programming

Students with CD are educated using a variety of educational program options according to the individual needs of each student. These may include self-contained programming, individual and small group programming in regular/special education classrooms and through cooperative/collaborative teaching arrangements between regular and special education teachers.

The statewide child count data as of December 1, 2004, indicated that there were approximately 11,899 students with CD as their primary disability.

Training

16th Annual Statewide Institute on Inclusive Education: brochure - Memo

Statewide CD PST and Diagnostic Teacher Meeting September 24, 2009

Resources

Wisconsin Adaptive Skills Resource Guide

For questions about this information, contact Sandra A. Berndt (608) 266-1785

Last updated on 8/18/2009 8:58:53 AM