Can an IEP diploma or other special diploma lead to a good job or college entrance?
The outcomes of receiving a diploma other than a standard diploma are not well understood, in part because there is little research on the topic. Research findings suggest that receipt of a diploma other than a standard or advanced diploma of some type puts students at a disadvantage in the postsecondary education environment and the job market. Additional research is needed. Caution should be exercised before deciding that any student should pursue something other than a standard or advanced diploma when exiting high school.
