Description.
| The participant meets both of the following criteria: · Has an IQ below 80.· Meets 1 of the following conditions as documented by a qualified professional:· Unable to get and keep suitable unsubsidized work for at least 20 hours a week. see Chapter 4 (Participants' Rights).· Is significantly restricted in the types of jobs able to be performed. |
Documentation Required.
| A statement from one of the following: · Licensed psychologist.· Certified school psychologist.· Certified psychometrist (a specialist in administering and scoring tests to assess neuropsychological functioning working under the supervision of licensed psychologist). |
How Often to Review Documentation. | Request updated verification annually, but sooner if the medical opinion indicates a shorter time frame.
For lifelong conditions such as IQ below 80 request verification at least annually that the condition prevents participant from getting or working at least 20 hours per week or significantly limits the types of employment a participant may do.
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Additional Requirements.
| If the participant speaks no English or only limited English: · Consider other categories of extension first.· Ensure that the determination is made by a qualified professional with experience conducting culturally appropriate assessments, whenever possible.· Accept reports that identify an IQ range or a specific score.· Ensure that the reports include a statement of confidence in the results.· Require the qualified professional to use a qualified interpreter, not a family member. |
When the Extension Ends.
| An IQ level is a permanent condition. An extension could end, however, if both of the following are true:
1. A qualified professional determines the condition no longer prevents the participant from working at least 20 hours a week in unsubsidized work or no longer severely restricts the type of work the participant can do.
2. The participant does not qualify for another extension category.
Notify the eligibility worker.
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For More Information Related to This Category.
| See 17.24 (IQ Below 80).
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