Training is provided in the administration and interpretation of the most commonly-used test instruments, as well as best practices in evaluation and report writing. Technical assistance is available on issues such as:

• Referral for assessment
• Eligibility determination
• Assessment report writing
• Use of assessment data for Individual Education Plan (IEP) development
• Bilingual special education issues
• Multiple Exceptionalities Multiple Needs

Become an Educational Diagnostician through Region 10’s Certification (CERT) Program

If you are an educator with a keen eye for detail, a passion for analyzing data and writing reports, and a strong commitment to advocating for students, a career as an educational diagnostician could be an ideal fit for you. Educational Diagnosticians are special educators who assess students suspected of disabilities, and write formal reports. They often are the spokesperson at IEP meetings and assist special and general educators to provide students with the appropriate education they deserve.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 cohort. 

Deadline for Applicants:
All requirements must be completed and submitted by June 1st of the application year. If the cohort groups reach capacity prior to the deadline, the application window will close for the current year.

https://www.region10.org/programs/certification-for-diagnosticians/educational-diagnostician/

This site includes frameworks, publications, and resources helpful in the special education process. There is a glossary of terms and acronyms, links to laws, rules and guidance; and a search feature. 

The Texas Special Education Information Center (SPEDTex) delivers accurate and timely answers to questions about special education to stakeholders across the state of Texas. Our purpose is to optimize information and respond with technical assistance in a succinct and useful format that is user friendly, culturally responsive, and accessible to all individuals. SPEDTex provides supportive state-wide leadership that promotes collaboration, meaningful communication and participation in the development and delivery of services to children with disabilities.

Region 5 ESC will devote its operation to the purpose of helping each school educate its students so as to assure their success in our society.

Per HB 462, resources and services provided by Region 5 ESC are aligned with, and designed to support, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills(TEKS) adopted by the State Board of Education.