Universal (Tier 1) Services

From the FIRST FAQs: Tiered Services 2020: FAQs specific to Tier 1 services including: If we provide families on our waiting list with general information and resources, are we providing Universal Services? Do therapists have a role in Universal Design for LEARNING? Isn't that the education system's job? Why might I do an activity with an entire class? I am a therapist not an educator.

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Using a tiered service delivery model is a change for many professionals. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and hope we have answered yours.

Using a tiered service delivery model is a change for many professionals. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and hope we have answered yours.

Infographics: School-Based Tiered Models and Occupational Therapy in Ontario Schools: Enabling Students’ Performance and Participation

Two infographics demonstrating the school-based tiered models in use in Canada and what each tier represents in the school environment.

Two infographics demonstrating the school-based tiered models in use in Canada and what each tier represents in the school environment.

Targeted (Tier 2) Services

From the FIRST FAQs: Tiered Services 2020: FAQs specific to Tier 2 services including: Are all interventions at tier 2 provided in groups? Is the purpose of tiers 1 and 2 to screen children to determine if they qualify for tier 3, 1:1 service?

From the FIRST FAQs: Tiered Services 2020: FAQs specific to Tier 2 services including: Are all interventions at tier 2 provided in groups? Is the purpose of tiers 1 and 2 to screen children to determine if they qualify for tier 3, 1:1 service?

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