Introduction
This part of the guide focuses on additional special education programs and services, including those offered by institutions other than school boards and by ministries other than but related to the Ministry of Education. The responsibilities of various government ministries with respect to health support services are identified. Information is provided about services for children and youth who, for a variety of reasons, require programs outside of or in addition to those provided by school boards, including those offered by care and/or treatment, custody, and correctional facilities; Provincial Schools; and Demonstration Schools. This part of the guide also describes the qualifications required by teachers of students with special education needs, and includes a list of faculties of education accredited by the Ontario College of Teachers.