meta_pixel
Tapesearch Logo
Log in
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children

TPP 089a: The Truth About IEPs & Accommodations in College, with Elizabeth Hamblet

Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children

Debbie Reber

Education, Kids & Family, Parenting

4.81K Ratings

🗓️ 29 April 2022

⏱️ 52 minutes

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Have you ever wondered if your child can have an IEP and/or accommodations in college? My guest for this episode, Elizabeth Hamblet, has the answer to this and many more questions about the high school to college transition for differently wired students. Elizabeth began her career as a high school special education teacher and case manager, and then worked as a learning disabilities specialist at Simmons College and Rutgers University. She is now a learning specialist at Columbia University, where she helps students with time management, organization, reading, and study skills. She also offers programs to families and professionals on transition to college for students with disabilities, speaking locally and at national conferences.This episode is about the transition to college for a differently-wired student, from the point of view of an educator and consultant who specializes in helping atypical kids be successful before, during, and after this transition. Elizabeth has worked as a learning disabilities specialist in college disability services offices for two decades. In addition to working at a university, she is a nationally-requested speaker on preparing students with disabilities for successful college transition. Hamblet is the author of Seven Steps to College Success: A Pathway for Students with Disabilities and a concise guide on transition, and her work has appeared in numerous journals and online platforms. She offers advice and information on her website at www.LDadvisory.com and shares resources on numerous social media platforms.   Things you’ll learn from this episode The real story behind if, and how, colleges and universities support their differently wired students The difference between accommodations and services in the university setting Whether or not universities recognize IEPs and 504 Plans How to find the best university for your child when it comes to how well their needs will be supported How students can best set themselves up for success throughout the application process What Elizabeth says are the most important factors for ensuring a successful transition from high school to college What parents with younger children can be working on today to support this transition in the future   Resources mentioned for accommodations in college Elizabeth Hamblet’s website LD Advisory From High School to College: Steps to Success for Students with Disabilities by Elizabeth Hamblet Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Landmark College Beacon College Understood.org Bonus Content / Interviews from Elizabeth’s Book   Support the show Connect with Tilt Parenting Visit Tilt Parenting Take the free 7-Day Challenge Read a chapter of Differently Wired Follow Tilt on Twitter & Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0

If you're listening to this podcast, it's probably because a child you love and care for is differently wired.

0:07.0

Are they also struggling in their current educational setting, seen only for what they're doing wrong, while longing for positive relationships with peers and

0:14.8

others?

0:15.8

Envision a world where your child's unique abilities are not just recognized but celebrated.

0:21.0

A world where they can connect with others and their true potential is seen and

0:24.9

appreciated. The Strength-based Assessment Lab's mission is to build a world for your child just

0:30.7

like that. Through its innovative approach that aims to empower students, families, educators, and professionals

0:36.3

to create positive, effective, and collaborative learning experiences.

0:40.2

Be a part of shaping a brighter future for your child.

0:43.0

Visit W. bgs.edU to learn more about what a strength-based assessment could mean for your family.

0:51.0

That's BgGS. Edu.

0:54.0

Hey there, it's Debbie, and welcome to Playback Friday.

0:57.0

I'm going back into the archives and re-releasing some of my favorite conversations from years ago every Friday.

1:04.0

Unless you're a long time listener of the show, there's a good chance you haven't heard this one yet.

1:09.0

And even if you are, you just may get something completely different from listening to it this time around.

1:14.8

Here you go and enjoy the show.

1:18.2

What's been really interesting to me is at talks that I've given parents have said well you know if I call your office

1:25.5

Elizabeth won't they pick up the phone when I get off and call admissions I it

1:29.9

breaks my heart that this is something that parents are worried about. When I say I can't

1:36.8

blame them, what I mean is that I think that some people have had experiences with others

1:42.2

who are not very evolved in their thinking.

1:44.4

But I can assure your listeners that I almost never say never in my talks, but I will say that never

...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Debbie Reber, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Debbie Reber and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.

Copyright © Tapesearch 2026.