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EDUCATIONAL vs. MEDICAL MODEL THERAPY

The appropriateness and extent of therapy provided by a school division should be related to the educational needs rather than the medical needs of a student with disabilities. It is therefore important to understand the difference between educational and medical models and strategies for service delivery.

DIFFERENCES IN SERVICE DELIVERY MODELS

 
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Updated: 01/10/08
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