The Road to Independence - A Fresh Perspective on Transition Planning

This workshop requires some prior knowledge.  Project ACCESS recommends that you complete the following workshop (s) before you enroll in this workshop: Autism 101

The Road to Independence - A Fresh Perspective on Transition Planning for All Ages

81% of adults with autism, intellectual and/or developmental differences in the U.S. do not have a paid job in the community (National Core Indicators). Around one-third of young people with autism now attend college. And only about 17 percent of young adults on the spectrum ages 21 to 25 have ever lived independently. What are some common threads amongst these statistics and how do we address them? This workshop will look at evidenced based practices that can increase success in the areas of employment, post-secondary education/training, and independent living. Let’s talk about bridging the gap and moving students effectively from Form C to the real world.

Learning outcomes include:

  • Participants will identify the three main areas of Form C: Post-Secondary Transition Plan on an Individualized Education Program.
  • Participants will identify key evidence-based strategies for supporting needs in the areas of employment, post-secondary education/training, and independent living.
  • Participants will increase their list of resources and materials available to support the use of evidenced based strategies referenced.
Workshop information
  • Duration: one day
  • Mode: online
  • Prerequisite: none
  • Target Audience: Special education teachers, regular education teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, and related services providers