Special Education Resources for School Nurses

School nurses play a key role in supporting students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and other special education needs.

From contributing to 504 and IEP meetings, having the right knowledge, tools, and templates makes all the difference.

This page brings together practical, school nurse–specific resources to help you confidently

navigate special education processes, communicate with teams, and advocate for student health needs.

IEPs & School Nurses: An Essential Beginner Basics Course

Looking to build your confidence in special education processes?

This self-paced course is designed specifically for school nurses who want to better understand their role in supporting students with IEPs.

You’ll learn:

🟢 The 13 disability categories under IDEA

🟢 Who’s required on the IEP team

🟢 The steps of the IEP process from referral to implementation

Includes a helpful PDF of common special education acronyms! Perfect for school nurses wanting clear, practical information to feel more prepared for IEP meetings and student support.

What Do They Say About This Course?

Crystal F. LPN

Oklahoma

6th - 8th Grade

“This course was basic yet informative. I learned new things while also refreshing my knowledge on others.

I recommend this course!”

Emme H. M Ed BSN RN CSN

Pennsylvania

Pre K - 5th Grade

“This course is a great IEP overview for new school nurses and a helpful refresher for experienced ones.

I highly recommend it!”

PURCHASE HERE

Ready-to-Use 504 Plan Templates for School Nurses

Take the guesswork out of 504 plans- whether you’re drafting them, reviewing, or fine-tuning for your students’ needs.

This digital resource includes 41 fully editable 504 plan templates created specifically for school nurses. From asthma to ADHD, migraines to diabetes, you’ll find templates that cover a wide range of common health conditions.

🟢 Fully customizable in Google Docs
🟢 Easy to adapt to your school’s process and student needs
🟢 Save time and streamline your workflow

Download once, edit as needed, and feel more confident supporting students with health-related accommodations.