Transition to Adulthood: From High School to Higher Education

Course Code: REL-IDD-0-TAHSHE

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029

Learning Objectives:
Identify the most appropriate setting based on student readiness level and developmental needs.
Describe strategies to help students with disabilities gain skills and prepare for higher education settings while they are still in high school.
Describe several types of supports that can help students with disabilities in higher educational settings.

Outline:
Section 1: Students with Disabilities and Higher Education

Transitioning to Life After High School

Options for Higher Education

Additional Considerations

Knowledge Check

Student Rights & Responsibilities

Student Privacy

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Preparing for the Transition to Higher Education

Foundational Skills and Knowledge

College-Readiness Tests

Extracurricular Opportunities

Strategies for Improving IEP Transition Planning

Assistive Technology

Preparing for Future Independence

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Supports for Higher Education

Disability Student Services

Working with Disability Coordinators

Requesting Accommodations

Academic Adjustments

Supplemental Aids and Services

Knowledge Check

Financial Aid and Paying for Higher Education

Getting Connected on Campus

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

Resources

References

Writer: Jessica Edwards, BS, QIDP

Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.

Subject Matter Expert: Christopher Beeson, BA

Christopher Beeson is a Manager of Educational Technology at Relias. Christopher received his Bachelor of Arts in Special Education (K-12) and Elementary Education (K-6) from Elon University. He has six years of experience teaching and working with students with disabilities and their families, and eight years of experience in instructional design. 

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Support Professionals; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.