IEP Parent Coach™ · Official Certification Program
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$199
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This is not a motivational course. This is not a general overview of special education. This is a structured, knowledge-based certification that teaches you exactly how the special education system works, what your legal rights are, how to use them, and how to advocate effectively for your child — every single time.
✓36 Professional Videos
✓Lifetime Access
✓Official Certification
✓80% Pass Standard
✓No Prior Knowledge Required
Self-paced · On-demand · Open-book exam · Downloadable certificate
$199
✓ One-time · No recurring feesLifetime access · Official certification
IEP Parent Coach
Professional Certified Advocate
Professional Certified Advocate
Issued by Dr. Kurt E. Hulett · Founder & CEO
✓36 professionally developed instructional videos
✓Self-paced — no deadlines, no expiration
✓Comprehensive final assessment
✓Official certification upon passing at 80%+
✓Lifetime access to all course materials
One-time enrollment. No recurring fees.
Lifetime access. Secure checkout.
Lifetime access. Secure checkout.
🎓30-Year SPED Expert
⚖️Grounded in IDEA 2004 & Federal Law
📱100% Self-Paced · On Demand
🏅Official Certification on Passing
♾️Lifetime Access · No Recurring Fees
What This Course Is
What Every IEP Parent
Needs to Know — and Almost Never Does
The IEP Parent Coach Professional Advocacy Certification is a comprehensive, self-paced training program built for parents who are done walking into IEP meetings unprepared.
This is not a motivational course. This is not a general overview of special education. This is a structured, knowledge-based certification that teaches you exactly how the special education system works, what your legal rights are, how to use them, and how to advocate effectively for your child — every single time.
The course is organized into a 36-video library covering the full landscape of special education advocacy. Each video is focused, practical, and direct — no filler, no repetition, no unnecessary complexity. The content is designed to be immediately applicable. You will be able to use what you learn in the next lesson before you even finish the course.
Upon completing the full video library, you will take a comprehensive final assessment. To earn your certification, you must demonstrate proficiency at a minimum score of 80%. This is not a participation certificate. The 80% standard ensures that every parent who holds this certification has genuinely mastered the material and is prepared to use it.
What You Will Learn
Six Areas of Mastery.
Real Knowledge. Real Power.
By the time you complete this certification, you will understand these six domains — completely, practically, and legally.
1
The Legal Foundation
You will learn the federal law that governs your child's education — the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004) — in plain language. You will understand what it requires schools to do, what it guarantees your child, and where the most common violations occur. You will no longer have to take the school's word for what the law says.
2
Your Rights as a Parent
Most parents are never told the full scope of their rights in the IEP process. You will learn every procedural safeguard you are entitled to — including your right to request an Independent Educational Evaluation at the school district's expense, your right to review all educational records, your right to bring advocates or attorneys to any IEP meeting, your right to disagree with any IEP component, and your right to dispute resolution when the school is not delivering what your child is owed.
3
How the IEP Actually Works
You will learn the anatomy of a legally compliant IEP — present levels of academic achievement and functional performance, measurable annual goals, related services, accommodations and modifications, placement decisions, and transition planning. You will learn how to read an IEP critically, identify what is missing or legally deficient, and know exactly what to ask for and why.
4
How to Prepare for and Participate in IEP Meetings
You will learn how to prepare before the meeting, what to bring, what to document, what questions to ask, and how to respond when the school pushes back. You will learn the difference between a collaborative IEP team and a school that is going through the motions — and you will know what to do in both situations.
5
How to Communicate with the School District
You will learn when to communicate verbally and when everything must be in writing. You will learn how to document a pattern of non-compliance, how to formally request services and evaluations in writing, and how to create a paper trail that protects your child's rights if a dispute ever escalates.
6
What to Do When the System Fails
You will learn every available avenue of recourse when a school is not meeting your child's needs — from informal resolution and mediation to state complaint procedures and due process hearings. You will understand the difference between each option, when to use them, and what outcomes are realistically achievable.
This is the knowledge every IEP parent needs — and almost never gets.
For $199, you will know more about your child's legal rights than most parents ever will — and you will have the credential to prove it.
Get Certified Today — $199 →Complete Course Curriculum
36 Videos. 5 Courses.
Every Session Listed Below.
Click any course to expand and see every individual session title. No surprises — you know exactly what you're getting before you enroll.
36
Video Sessions
5
Core Courses
80%
Pass Threshold
∞
Lifetime Access
Course 01
Foundations
8 sessions · The complete foundation of special education advocacy
8 Sessions
On Demand
This series guides you through the special education process from the very beginning. In 8 focused sessions, you'll gain the tools to understand key terms, navigate the system, collaborate with your child's team, and begin advocating with confidence — even if you're completely new to special education.
01
Intro to Special Education
Overview of the special education system, your role as a parent, and what to expect throughout the entire IEP process.
02
Special Education Acronyms and Terms
Decode the alphabet soup of SPED — IEP, LRE, FAPE, IDEA, BIP, ESY, PLAAFP, and dozens more — so you never feel lost in a meeting again.
03
School Collaboration and Team Roles
Understand who is at the IEP table, what each person's role is, and how to build productive working relationships with your child's school team.
04
A Deep Dive Into Your Child's IEP
Walk through every section of the IEP document — present levels, annual goals, related services, accommodations — and learn what must legally be there.
05
Least Restrictive Environment
Learn what LRE means under IDEA, how placement decisions are legally required to be made, and how to advocate for the most appropriate setting for your child.
06
Requesting an IEP Meeting
When, why, and exactly how to formally request an IEP meeting — including the written language that puts you on solid legal ground from the start.
07
Evaluation in Special Education
Understand the full evaluation process from referral to eligibility determination — your rights, legal timelines, and what to do if you disagree with the results.
08
Transition Planning and Extended Services
Prepare for your child's future — transition services, post-secondary goals, extended school year (ESY), and what happens when your child ages out of SPED.
Course 02
Practical Tools and Strategies
8 sessions including overview · The tactical toolkit every IEP parent needs
8 Sessions
On Demand
Go beyond knowing the rules — learn how to use them. This course equips you with the specific tools, strategies, and language to navigate every challenging IEP situation, from reading goals critically to documenting non-compliance to resolving disputes professionally.
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Practical Tools and Strategies — Course Overview
Introduction to the course — what you'll learn and how to apply these tools immediately in your child's next IEP meeting.
01
Reading and Grading IEPs
Learn to critically evaluate an IEP like a professional — spot weak goals, missing services, vague language, and legal deficiencies before you sign anything.
02
Data Collection and Record Keeping
Build your advocacy file — what records to collect, how to track your child's progress, and how to use documented data to hold the school legally accountable.
03
Writing SMART IEP Goals
Understand what makes a goal legally sound and educationally meaningful — then use that knowledge to push for goals your child can actually reach and measure.
04
Understanding Assessments and Standardized Testing
Decode evaluation reports, understand standard scores and percentiles, and use assessment data confidently to drive better decisions at every IEP meeting.
05
Advocating for Accommodations and Modifications
Know the legal difference between accommodations and modifications, which ones your child is entitled to, and how to get them written — and enforced — in the IEP.
06
Discipline and Behavior Support
Understand your child's rights related to discipline, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), manifestation determinations, and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs).
07
Resolving Disputes
When the school says no — your complete menu of options from informal resolution and mediation to state complaints and full due process hearings.
Course 03
Developing Advocacy Skills
7 sessions including overview · Become the most prepared person in the room
7 Sessions
On Demand
Knowing your rights isn't enough if you can't communicate them effectively. This course builds the professional advocacy skills — confidence, communication, negotiation, and emotional intelligence — that turn knowledge into results at every IEP table.
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Developing Advocacy Skills — Course Overview
Introduction — what professional advocacy looks like and how these skills change outcomes for your child.
01
Building Confidence as a Parent Advocate
Overcome intimidation, imposter syndrome, and the power imbalance that keeps many parents silent in IEP meetings — and learn to speak with authority and purpose.
02
Understanding Your Child's Needs
Develop a clear, comprehensive picture of your child's unique learning profile so you can advocate for the specific supports they need — not just generic or convenient ones.
03
Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
Present your concerns, document your positions, and make your case clearly and professionally in front of a full IEP team — even under pressure.
04
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution for IEP Parents
Proven negotiation frameworks adapted for the IEP context — how to push for more without burning bridges or triggering unnecessary escalation.
05
Active Listening and Emotional Intelligence
Use emotional intelligence to stay composed, read the room accurately, and respond strategically — not reactively — when IEP meetings become tense.
06
Effective Communication with Schools
Written and verbal communication strategies that create paper trails, establish your tone as a credible professional, and position you as a prepared and serious advocate.
Course 04
Special Education Law
5 sessions including overview · The legal framework every advocate must master
5 Sessions
On Demand
The law is your greatest tool — and most parents never learn to use it. This course gives you a working command of the federal legal framework governing your child's education, written in plain language by a 30-year special education law expert. This is the course that puts real legal authority behind your advocacy.
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Special Education Law — Course Overview
The legal landscape of special education and why understanding the law is the single most powerful thing a parent advocate can do.
01
Understanding FAPE
Free Appropriate Public Education — what it means, what it legally guarantees, and how to cite it when the school is not meeting this fundamental federal standard.
02
Understanding Your Rights in the Special Education Process
A complete walkthrough of every parental right under IDEA — from evaluation consent and prior written notice to procedural safeguards and dispute resolution rights.
03
Supreme Court Cases in Special Education
The landmark rulings that shaped modern SPED law — Rowley, Endrew F., Schaffer, and more — and how to reference them in your own advocacy today.
04
What Do I Do Now?
Bringing it all together — a practical, actionable framework for parents who have identified a legal violation and need to know exactly what steps to take next.
Course 05
Mastery and Advanced Topics
Expert-level knowledge for complex IEP situations
7 Sessions
On Demand
This advanced course equips you with the in-depth knowledge and expert strategies to confidently navigate the most complex IEP processes, high-stakes legal situations, and difficult advocacy scenarios. Built for parents who have completed the foundational courses and are ready to operate at the highest level.
01
Complex Disability Profiles and Multiple Eligibilities
Advocacy strategies for children with overlapping diagnoses, co-morbid conditions, and multiple areas of eligibility under IDEA.
02
Transition to Adult Services
Navigating the shift from school-based services to adult systems — vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, independent living, and post-secondary education rights.
03
Extended School Year (ESY)
Understand when ESY is legally required, how to document regression and recoupment, and how to advocate effectively when the school denies it.
04
Private School Placement and Reimbursement
When a public school cannot provide FAPE, your rights to private placement at district expense — and the legal process to pursue it.
05
Compensatory Education
What compensatory education is, when you are entitled to it, and how to calculate and document the services your child was denied.
06
Working with Expert Witnesses and Outside Evaluators
How to use independent evaluations, outside experts, and professional advocates strategically in IEP meetings and formal dispute proceedings.
07
Building Your Long-Term Advocacy Portfolio
Organizing your documentation, maintaining your advocacy file across school years, and positioning yourself as a credible and prepared advocate at every stage of your child's education.
*We're continually adding new courses and sessions. Enrolled students receive access to all new content at no additional charge.
36 Videos. 5 Courses. One Powerful Certification.
Every session above is available the moment you enroll — on demand, on your schedule, for life.
How It Works
Simple. Self-Paced. Yours for Life.
The certification is entirely self-paced. You move through the 36-video library at whatever speed works for your schedule.
1
Enroll
One-time $199 payment. No recurring fees. Immediate access to all 36 videos and the complete course library.
2
Learn
Work through the 36-video library in sequence at your own pace. No deadlines. No live sessions. No expiration.
3
Assess
Complete the comprehensive final assessment — knowledge-based, covering the full course. Demonstrate proficiency at 80% or higher.
4
Certify
Receive your IEP Parent Coach Professional Advocacy Certification — a credential that represents real knowledge and real preparation.
Who This Course Is For
For Every Parent Who Is
Done Being Unprepared
This certification is for any parent, guardian, or caregiver of a child with a disability who receives — or should be receiving — special education services. No prior knowledge required.
The course begins at the foundation and builds comprehensively. Whether you are attending your child's first IEP meeting or you have been navigating the system for years, this course will fill the gaps and sharpen your ability to advocate effectively.
This Course Is for Me — Enroll →The parent who left the last IEP meeting feeling steamrolled
Decisions were made without you. You nodded. You signed. You're not doing that again.
The parent who's been told "we don't do that" or "your child doesn't qualify"
You didn't know whether to believe it. After this course, you will know exactly whether it's true — and what to do if it isn't.
The parent attending their first IEP meeting
No prior knowledge required. This course starts at the foundation and builds everything you need from the ground up.
The experienced parent ready to stop hoping and start knowing
You've been navigating the system for years. This course fills the gaps, sharpens your skills, and gives you the credential to back it up.
What Is Included
Everything You Need.
Nothing You Don't.
36 Professionally Developed Instructional Videos
Focused, practical, and direct — no filler, no repetition. Immediately applicable content you can use before you finish the course.
Lifetime Access — No Expiration
Full access to the complete course library, self-paced with no deadlines, no recurring fees, and no expiration date. Ever.
Comprehensive Final Assessment
A knowledge-based assessment covering the full course. Immediate results. Retake as needed until you pass at 80% or higher.
Official IEP Parent Coach Professional Advocacy Certification
Issued upon passing at 80% or higher. This is not a participation certificate — it's a credential that represents real, demonstrated knowledge.
Lifetime Access to All Course Materials
Every lesson, every reference point — available for ongoing use whenever you need it. Return to any session before any IEP meeting, anytime.
Access to New Content as It's Added
We continue adding courses and sessions. Enrolled students receive access to all new content at no additional charge.
★ One-Time Investment · Lifetime Access
Become a Professional Certified Advocate Today
$199
One-time enrollment. No recurring fees. Lifetime access.
This is the knowledge every IEP parent needs — and almost never gets.
This is the knowledge every IEP parent needs — and almost never gets.
36 Instructional Videos
Lifetime Access
Official Certification
Final Assessment Included
No Recurring Fees
Self-Paced · No Deadlines
Secure checkout · iep-parent-coach.com
"For $199, you will know more about your child's legal rights than most parents ever will — and you will have the credential to prove it."
— Dr. Kurt Hulett, Author & 30-Year Special Education Expert
— Dr. Kurt Hulett, Author & 30-Year Special Education Expert
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Questions Answered
I'm new to special education and feeling overwhelmed. Will this course help me?
Yes — this is exactly who this course was built for. No prior knowledge of special education law or IEP processes is required. The course begins at the absolute foundation and builds comprehensively from there. By the time you finish, you will have more practical knowledge about your child's legal rights than most parents who've been navigating the system for years.
I'm a busy parent. How is this course structured?
The certification is entirely self-paced. You move through the 36-video library in sequence at whatever speed works for your schedule. Each video is focused and practical — no live sessions, no deadlines, no expiration. Watch on any device. Pause and rewatch as needed. The content is designed so you can apply what you learn immediately — before you even finish the course.
What exactly is the final assessment like?
Upon completing the full video library, you will take a comprehensive final assessment. The assessment is knowledge-based and covers the core content of the entire course. To earn your certification, you must demonstrate proficiency at a minimum score of 80%. This is not a participation certificate — the 80% standard ensures that every parent who holds this certification has genuinely mastered the material. You can retake the assessment as needed.
What do I receive when I pass?
Upon passing at 80% or higher, you receive your IEP Parent Coach Professional Advocacy Certification — a credential that represents real knowledge, real preparation, and a real commitment to your child's education. You'll receive an official, downloadable certificate issued by Dr. Kurt Hulett
Is there a recurring fee? What does "lifetime access" mean?
There are no recurring fees. The $199 is a one-time enrollment. Lifetime access means exactly that — you retain access to the full course library, all session videos, and all course materials indefinitely with no expiration date. As new content is added to the course, you receive access to those sessions at no additional charge.
Who developed this certification?
This certification was developed by Dr. Kurt Hulett — a 30-year veteran of special education who has served as a special education teacher, assistant principal, school principal, Special Education Director of Legal Compliance, a Governor-appointed policy officer in Virginia, Senior Research Director at Pearson Clinical Assessment, published author of special education law, and court-recognized expert witness in special education. He is the 2022 Council for Exceptional Children Thought Leader — the first individual ever named to that distinction in the organization's history — and the published author of Legal Aspects of Special Education (Pearson/Prentice Hall). This certification is built on that career.
Professional Certified Advocate Course
$199 · One-time · Lifetime access · 36 videos