(1) Definition. An infant or toddler with an established condition is defined as a child from birth through two (2) years of age with a diagnosed physical or mental condition known to have a high probability of resulting in developmental delay. Such conditions shall include genetic and metabolic disorders, neurological disorders a severe attachment disorder, an autism spectrum disorder, a sensory impairment (vision or hearing), or the infant’s birth weight was less than 1,200 grams.

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Terms Used In Florida Regulations 6A-6.03030

  • Attachment: A procedure by which a person's property is seized to pay judgments levied by the court.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
    (2) Criteria for eligibility. An infant or toddler with an established condition is eligible for exceptional student education when a team of qualified professionals and the parent or guardian in accordance with subsection 6A-6.0331(6), F.A.C., determine that all the following criteria are met:
    (a) The infant or toddler is below the age of thirty-six (36) months;
    (b) The requirements of subsection 6A-6.0331(2), F.A.C., have been met; and,
    (c) There is written evidence that the Department of Health, Children’s Medical Services, Part C Local Early Steps has determined that the infant or toddler has an established condition as defined in subsection (1) of this rule; and,
    (d) The infant or toddler needs early intervention services as defined in Fl. Admin. Code R. 6A-6.03411(1)(i)
    (3) Continued eligibility. Continued eligibility for exceptional student education shall be determined before the child’s third birthday in accordance with Fl. Admin. Code R. 6A-6.03026
Rulemaking Authority 1001.02, 1003.01, 1003.21, 1003.57 FS. Law Implemented 1003.01, 1003.21, 1003.57 FS. History-New 11-29-93, Amended 4-4-13.