The purpose of Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) is to support adjustments related to education and academic functioning when educationally related mental health services have been deemed necessary for a student to benefit from his or her education. ERMHS are provided after assessments have determined that ERMHS are needed to support academic progress pursuant to an IEP. When ERMHS are added to a student’s IEP, the student may receive counseling and guidance or individual counseling, or both, depending upon team determination and based on need. These supports may help with increased academic performance and engagement in academic activities, improved attendance, and fewer disruptions of the learning environment.
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