Education and Training - Collaboration
This section focuses on learning what is available in your local community in regard to postsecondary education and training options.Collaboration with programs and agencies that support youth with disabilities enhances the potential for students to be prepared for postsecondary education and training options. Collaboration with general education also assists students to participate in programs with a career focus. It is important to research what is available in your local community in regard to postsecondary education and training options.
The National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center (NSTTAC) has identified an evidence-based practice in secondary transition planning that leads to positive post-school outcomes in the area of education and training which is connecting activities that support achievement of secondary goals and participation in postsecondary education and training.
Transition Planning: The Basics
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Collaboration is referenced on pages 24-26.
These pages also provide information on how to comply with elements 1-6 of the Indicator 13 requirements of the California Annual Performance Report (APR)
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Preparing for College
Gear Up
The goal of the program is to significantly increase the number of low-income middle and high school students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education.
Programs that Provide Support
California Department of Rehabilitation
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) provides services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
California Community College Student Support Services
California State University System Student Support Services
University of California Student Support Services