The ADA's early intervention services cover children in what age range?

The ADA's early intervention services cover children in what age range?

• A. Birth to 3 years
• B. 3 to 5 years
• C. 5 to 9 years
• D. 9 to 12 years

Answer: (A)

Early intervention services are designed for the youngest children who have or are at risk for developmental delays. The age range for this program is birth through the third birthday. This period allows teams to identify needs early and create an individualized plan for family-centered services (an IFSP). When the child turns three, services typically shift to preschool programs under different guidelines. The other age ranges are for later stages (preschool or school-age services), not for early intervention.

Early intervention services are designed for the youngest children who have or are at risk for developmental delays. The age range for this program is birth through the third birthday. This period allows teams to identify needs early and create an individualized plan for family-centered services (an IFSP). When the child turns three, services typically shift to preschool programs under different guidelines. The other age ranges are for later stages (preschool or school-age services), not for early intervention.