Orthopedic and Multiple Impairments

Programs for the Orthopedically and Multiply Impaired
Programs for the Orthopedically Impaired (often called PH) are supported by the N.I.A. to students aged 3-21 with mild to severe physical or orthopedic impairments, including multiple impairments (often called MH). Services are accessed through the local school districts and special education cooperatives.

These services include:

Teachers of Orthopedic or Multiply Impaired

• Direct or consultative services
• Regular Education or Inclusion Support
• Curriculum adaptation
• Skill development
• Teach use of technology and adapted materials
• Share current resources and information with team and parents

Ortho/Multi Supervisor

• Technical assistance supervision for teachers
• Support and resources to teachers and teams including parents
• Ecological assessment program and curriculum development
• Student specific or program consultation
• Links to community resources
• Current research, policy and procedural information