Many children in the Missouri First Steps program transition to Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) services. This page provides training and resources for both First Steps and ECSE professionals to support a smooth, successful transition for children and their families.

Transition from First Steps to Early Childhood Special Education Guidance

Webinars

• Transition from First Steps to Early Childhood Special Education (recording) 
• Transition from First Steps to Early Childhood Special Education (1 slide per page handout) 

Handouts

• Release of Information
• Opt Out Form
• Initial Evaluation Flow Chart (Parent Referral)
• First Steps Referral to ECSE Documentation Form
• Frequently Asked Questions

First Steps Summer Third Birthdays Guidance

Webinars

• Summer Third Birthdays (recording) 
• Summer Third Birthdays (1 slide per page) 

Handouts

• Parent Options for Summer Third Birthdays
• Notice of Action/Consent to Continue First Steps for Summer Third Birthday Children
• Frequently Asked Questions

Additional Resources

• Parent Transition Handbook
• Parent's Guide to Special Education
• First Steps and ECSE Comparison Chart
• Comparison of the IEP and IFSP
• Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Webpage