The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation. IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities.
Part B Regulations
Children and youth (ages 3–21) receive special education and related services under IDEA Part B.
Part C Regulations
Infants and toddlers with disabilities (birth–2) and their families receive early intervention services under IDEA Part C.