Which of the following is a related service in an IEP?

• A. Speech-language pathology
• B. General education math instruction
• C. Extra practice worksheets
• D. Physical education

Answer: (A)

Related services are supports that help a student with a disability access and benefit from special education. Speech-language pathology provides help with communication and language skills, which are essential for understanding lessons, following directions, participating in class discussions, and social interaction. When a student needs help with speech, language, or communication to succeed in schooling, SLP services are provided as a related service to enable access to the curriculum.

General education math instruction stays with the core curriculum its students are learning; extra practice worksheets are instructional materials, not services; and physical education can be a related service in some cases, but the most clear and common example of a related service in IEPs is speech-language pathology.