The Coding Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in Pre-K IEPs is a self-paced asynchronous foundational course that seeks to provide participants a deep understanding of accurately coding LRE for students aged 3-5 years old. This course seeks to improve improve equitable access for marginalized students by building the understanding of representatives- teachers, administrators, and parents/guardians- making programming, placement, and services delivery decisions for students ages 3-5 receiving special education services. Lack of access to inclusive high-quality early childhood learning experiences with integrated SEL infrastructures for children with disabilities contributes to opportunity gaps in social-emotional development as these students enter kindergarten.

Module Topics: 

Module 1: LRE Data in Washington and WACs

Module 2: Decoding EC LRE

Module 3: Scenarios to Practice 

Module 4: Considerations for Determining LRE

Module 5: Documenting LRE in the IEP

Module 6: Supporting all Students through Inclusion 

Resources and Additional Information

All asynchronous work must be completed by June 30, 2026 to qualify for clock hours.