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Transition Guide – Post-Secondary Education & Training

A transition guide to help you or someone you love transition to post-secondary education and training for a self-determined future.
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Transition Guide – Post-Secondary Education & Training

A transition guide to help you or someone you love transition to post-secondary education and training for a self-determined future.

Questions to Consider

  • What postsecondary education/training options are available for you?
  • What documentation do you need to be eligible for disability-related services?
  • What types of accommodations can you receive from postsecondary education/training programs?
Aged 10-12
  • Describe what classes you enjoy
  • Explain your likes and dislikes in and out of school
  • Demonstrate problem-solving strategies
  • Identify your learning style
Aged 12-14
  • Demonstrate time management skills
  • Demonstrate organizational skills
  • State the requirements of high school classes and your options for high school programs/courses of study
  • Explore the acceptance requirements for postsecondary schools
Aged 14-15
  • Develop a graduation credit plan
  • Explore/visit postsecondary school
  • Understand which areas you need for support – explore the use of assistive technology
  • Understand actions and consequences
Aged 15-16
  • Begin more specific post-school planning (college vs. employment)
  • Discuss entitlement vs. eligibility issues
  • Actively participate in high school scheduling
  • State prerequisites for further training (PSAT, SAT, CTE assessment)
  • Investigate scholarship opportunities and funding sources
Aged 16-17
  • Take the college entrance exam
  • Maintain academic success
  • Complete college applications
  • Participate in a college prep program
  • Apply for scholarship opportunities and funding sources
  • Contact disability services office(s) to determine needed documentation and available supports
Aged 18-21
  • Finalize postsecondary education/training plan, including documentation
  • Understand and use the Summary of the Performance
  • Coordinate services and supports with disability services
  • Meet with instructional staff regarding needed accommodations and supports

Explore More Resources

Preparing for College
  • http://www.heath.gwu.edu
  • http://www.thinkcollege.net
  • http://www.myroad.collegeboard.com
  • http://www.vccs.edu/ (VA)
  • http://www.bestcolleges.com/features/best-online-masters-education-programs/
  • https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html
Preparing for Career and Technical Education
  • http://www.khake.com/page36.html
  • http://www.pacareerstandards.com (PA)
  • http://www.cteresource.org (VA)
  • http://opencolleges.edu.au/careers/career-quiz
Scholarship Search
  • http://fastweb.com
  • https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
  • https://www.scholarships.com/scholarship-search

Resource Details

  • Resource Format

    Document

  • Grade Level

    High School, Middle School

  • Audience

    Educators, Families, Youth

  • Topic

    Decision Making, Goal Setting & Attainment

  • Original Publish Date

    April 10, 2021

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