13.3 Group Pre-ETS

Pre-ETS can be provided in group settings, and there are often great benefits found in the provision of services for students with similar aged peers. Groups can vary greatly in size; therefore, the hourly payment rates are based on the below instructor to student ratios. It is the responsibility of the service provider to accurately determine and communicate with the Rehabilitation Counselor the appropriate instructor to student ratio so that an authorization can be generated. Any changes to the ratio must have prior authorization from the Rehabilitation Counselor.

Payment Rates

• Up to $32.00 per hour per student for groups with each instructor supporting no more than six students (1:6 ratio)

• Up to $26.00 per hour per student for groups with each instructor supporting 7 or more students (1:7 or greater ratio)

NOTE: Any service provider working with multiple students with disabilities must report and invoice the time spent with students accurately to the quarter-hour.