Full course description
The first course in our series addresses the background, purpose, and application of Pre-Employment Transition Services for youth with disabilities.
Module 1 Guideposts to Success in Employment for Youth with Disabilities
Module 2 Pre- Employment Transition Services
Module 3 Tailoring Services to Meet the Needs of Adolescents with Disabilities
Case Study Exercise: Ethan's Story: Trail to Success
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the genesis and necessity of Pre-ETS
- Explain your role in WIOA's call to action
- Identify 3 laws designed to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities
- Recall salient statistics regarding people with disabilities relative to education and employment
- List barriers to success for youth with disabilities
- List and explain the 5 Guideposts to Success
- Describe each Pre-Employment Transition Service and its intent
- Describe evidence-based research supporting the effectiveness of each service
- Describe key roles played by VR professionals in the provision of Pre-ETS
Completion Criteria: To successfully complete the course, you must (1) achieve a grade of 80% or higher on the quiz questions; (2) complete the case study with a grade of 80% or higher, and complete the survey questions. 5.0 CRCC Credits available.