Module 1.1: Guideposts to Success in Employment for Youth with Disabilities
Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:
- Explain the genesis and necessity of Pre-ETS
- Explain their role in WIOA's call to action
- List 3 laws designed to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities
- Recall three salient statistics regarding people with disabilities relative to education and employment
- List 4 barriers to success for youth with disabilities
- List and explain the 5 Guideposts to Success
Module 1.2: Pre-Employment Transition Services: An Overview
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to describe:
- Each Pre-Employment Transition Service (Pre-ETS) and their intents.
- Evidence-based research which supports the effectiveness of each service.
- Key roles played by VR professionals in the provision of Pre-ETS
Module 1.3: Tailoring Pre-ETS to Student Needs
Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:
- Identify the difference between disability, functional limitations, impediments to employment, and accommodations.
- Access online resources to gather necessary information regarding Career Exploration, Disability Information, and Disability History and Culture
- Facilitate key engagements with youth to help them understand and explain their disabilities, make informed decisions about their careers, and request necessary accommodations
Case Study: Ethan’s Story
Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:
- Identify key engagement points and related activities in Pre-ETS:
- Helping students gather information and make informed decisions
- Helping students develop self-advocacy skills
- Helping students address disability disclosure and accommodations
- Preparing students for training, informational interview preparation, and counseling on post-secondary educational options