(a) Transition services means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that—

1. (1) Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child with a disability to facilitate the child's movement from school to post-school activities, including postsecondary education, vocational education, integrated employment (including supported employment), continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, or community participation;

2. (2) Is based on the individual child's needs, taking into account the child's strengths, preferences, and interests; and includes—

   1. (i) Instruction;
   2. (ii) Related services;
   3. (iii) Community experiences;
   4. (iv) The development of employment and other post-school adult living objectives; and
   5. (v) If appropriate, acquisition of daily living skills and provision of a functional vocational evaluation.

(b) Transition services for children with disabilities may be special education, if provided as specially designed instruction, or a related service, if required to assist a child with a disability to benefit from special education.

(Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1401(34))