Facilitating the Transition to Adulthood for Students with Disabilities credit:

3 Hours

This course focuses on developing plans and activities during K-12 schooling that prepare students with disabilities to transition successfully to adulthood within the following areas: postsecondary employment, independent living, community participation, postsecondary education, and overall quality of life. Emphasis will be placed on developing individualized transition plans that go beyond legal compliance and reflect best practices, center student and family voices, and incorporate interagency collaboration and community involvement. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Department of Special Education or consent of instructor.