Tier 3: Intensive and Individualized Support (Few)
At most schools and programs, there are a small number (1-5%) of students for whom Tier 1 and Tier 2 support have not been sufficient to experience success. At Tier 3, students receive more intensive, individualized support to improve their outcomes. Tier 3 supports are available to any student with intensive need, whether they receive special education services or not.
At most schools and programs, there are a small number (1-5%) of students for whom Tier 1 and Tier 2 support have not been sufficient to experience success. At Tier 3, students receive more intensive, individualized support to improve their outcomes. Tier 3 supports are available to any student with intensive need, whether they receive special education services or not.
Tier 3 practices include:
- Conducting functional behavioral assessments and devising intervention plans. When conducting a functional behavioral assessment, it's important to gather information from a variety of sources, including the individual exhibiting the behavior, their family members, and any relevant professionals involved in their care. This information can help identify the antecedents, or triggers, of the behavior as well as the consequences that may be reinforcing it. Once this information is gathered, a team can work together to devise an intervention plan that addresses the root causes of the behavior and promotes more positive and appropriate behaviors. The plan may involve teaching new skills, modifying the environment, or implementing consequences that discourage the problem behavior. It's important to regularly monitor and adjust the plan as needed to ensure its effectiveness and promote continued progress.
- Coordinating support through wraparound and person-centered planning. Coordinating support through wraparound and person-centered planning can be a highly effective way to ensure that individuals receive the care and attention they need. By focusing on the individual's unique needs and preferences, wraparound planning can help create a personalized approach to care that is tailored to their specific situation. Additionally, by bringing together a team of caring professionals who can work together to provide holistic support, wraparound planning can help ensure that no aspect of an individual's care is overlooked. With person-centered planning, the focus is on the individual's goals and aspirations, helping to ensure that they are able to achieve the outcomes that matter most to them. By working collaboratively with the individual and their support network, person-centered planning can help create a supportive environment that promotes growth, healing, and recovery.
- Implementing individualized, comprehensive, and function-based support. When it comes to providing support, it's important to tailor it to each individual's needs. Implementing individualized, comprehensive, and function-based support can make a significant difference in someone's life. By taking into account their unique situation, strengths, and challenges, we can develop a plan that works for them and helps them achieve their goals. This kind of support is not just about addressing problems, but also about building on strengths and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. It's a holistic approach that focuses on the whole person and their specific needs, rather than trying to fit them into a one-size-fits-all solution. With this kind of support, individuals can feel confident, capable, and in control of their lives.
