Training is most effective if it is functional, community-based and begins early in the educational process. Parental support is critical to implement an individualized plan successfully. Therefore, communication must begin in the initial planning session and include parental input throughout all stages of implementation. Parents have many concerns which need to e raised regarding supervision, transition, health care benefits, and co-works' attitudes. Parents are effective in training other parents.
Planning needs to result in employment options which can be increased through supported employment.
It is important that the goals and objectives reflect the desired priorities and life style of the students and their caregivers. Therefore, the goals should reflect what is desired and possible to achieve.