The Administrator's Guide to programs for exceptional children reviews administrative procedures, discusses program organization, examines 11 handicapping categories, gives in full the state law mandating special educational programs for handicapped children, notes certification requirements for 12 professional certificates, and provides samples of special education forms. Topics considered under administrative procedures include funding, screening, documentation, placement, and contracting with public or private agencies. Program organization is discussed in such terms as student grouping, the work experience program, and resource programs. Usually given for a handicapping condition is a definition, screening information, evaluation, annual review of placement, and an administrative checklist. Certification requirements for professions such as the general special educator, school psychometrist, and speech and hearing clinician are listed. Sample forms include the annual application for approval of special education programs, placement statement, review of placement, and application for private school enrollment. (DB)