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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 4Pt. 32Ch. 3Art. 1§ 59201 Special Education Diagnostic Centers

§ 59201 Special Education Diagnostic Centers

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§ 59201 Special Education Diagnostic Centers

Key Takeaways

  • •Diagnostic centers are part of public schools but don't get money from the State School Fund.
  • •They help schools by checking how students are doing, giving advice, and training teachers.
  • •They work with school districts and special education groups.

Example

A student is having trouble in class, and the teacher isn't sure how to help.

The diagnostic center can test the student to see what's wrong, suggest ways to help, and even train the teacher on how to support the student better.

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§ 59201 Special Education Diagnostic Centers

The diagnostic centers are a part of the public school system of the state, except that they derive no revenue from the State School Fund. The diagnostic centers provide services, including pupil assessment, consultation, technical assistance, and training, to school districts, county offices of education, and special education local plan areas. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1168, Sec. 60. Effective September 30, 2002.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

educationschoolofferportstudentdiagnostic centerseffective septemberassessment

Related Statutes

  • § 78402 Adult Education Assessment Policy
  • § 59001.4 Deaf Student Education Standards
  • § 300 English Language Importance
  • § 46300.2 Community School Attendance Funding
  • § 46300.6 Independent Study Funding Restrictions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 59201.
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