Which standards emphasize systematically creating individualized professional development plans?

• A. CEC standards for professional development
• B. National Association of Special Education Teachers aka NASET
• C. Depression, disability, orthopedic impairment, multiple disability, PTSD
• D. Standards for credentials and employment for Special education professionals

Answer: (A)

Creating an individualized professional development plan is a process-focused approach that starts with a clear assessment of what you need to improve as a professional and then maps out specific learning activities, timelines, and evidence to show growth. The CEC standards for professional development require educators to engage in this ongoing, systematic planning—identifying growth areas, setting measurable goals, selecting targeted learning experiences, and reviewing progress to adjust the plan as needed. This ensures professional learning is tailored to the educator’s needs and directly aimed at improving student outcomes.

Other options don’t center on producing a personalized, structured development plan. While NASET is a professional organization, its standards aren’t defined by a framework that mandates individualized PD planning. The remaining choices are either lists of conditions or describe credentials and employment requirements rather than an ongoing, personalized development process.