Iowa’s AEAs are pleased to provide Braille transcription and AIM/AEM scanning for Iowa students. Due to legislation and funding changes, as of Oct. 1, 2024, Iowa’s AEAs will charge a fee for these services.
- Districts will be charged directly for all products created and any services ordered. An invoice will be sent after the order is completed.
- If UPS/USPS is required for shipping, districts will cover that expense and will be invoiced accordingly.
Braille Transcription
Braille transcription services are provided for students who are blind or visually impaired by a Library of Congress-certified Braillist. If a student needs Braille materials, a staff member from their school district will need to order the materials.
Braille Fees
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cost per print page | $4 |
| Cost per braille sheet reprint items | $2 |
| Other hourly braille services | $35 per hour |
AIM/AEM Scanning
Books and educational materials can be converted to .pdf digital files. It presents printed or electronic text on the computer screen with added audible and visual accessibility. The books will then be shared via Google Drive or CD.
- AEM/AIM Scanning: $35 per hour
Ordering Instructions
Districts should order directly from the Heartland AEA website: Braille and AIM/AEM Scanning.
- Schools must own the copyrighted books and assign a book to each student who is using an alternative format.
- The scanned files must be used exclusively for students who have an identified disability documented on an IEP or 504 accommodation plan.
- The files must not be reproduced or distributed.
- Book bindings will be removed for scanning and will be replaced with alternative binding.
Questions? Contact: brailleservices@iowaaea.org