Transition to Adulthood: From School to Employment

Course Code: REL-IDD-0-TASE

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029

Learning Objectives:
Define the different levels of employment.
Describe ways to support a student with a disability during the transition from high school to postsecondary employment.
Distinguish between different government assistance programs for individuals with disabilities who wish to work.

Outline:

Section 1: Types of Employment

Where to Work?

Barriers to Employment

Types of Employment

Where Should Bethany Work?

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Supporting the Transition From High School To Employment

Building a Strong Foundation

Financial Literacy

Travel Training

Career Exploration

Vocational Rehabilitation

Knowledge Check

Skills for a Job Search

Skills for a Job Interview

Skills for the Workplace

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Workplace Supports and Assistance

The Transition Into the Workforce

Job Coaching

Employment Rights

Employment Supports through the Social Security Administration

Knowledge Check

Employment Programs

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Contributors

Resources

Reference

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: General Staff; 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.