Purpose
In collaboration with the Division of Developmental Disabilities, the Transition to Adult Life project seeks to provide professionals, families, and self-advocates with resources to effectively support students as they graduate from high school and move into adult life. The Transition to Adult Life project focuses on expanding access to post-secondary and vocational educational opportunities, competitive integrated employment, and services that support the full lives of individuals with disabilities in the community.
Training
The Transition to Adult Life Project provides in-person and virtual training for administrators, educators, and related services providers at transition programs targeting students 18-21. Topics include best practices for program development, information about the adult services system and post-secondary educational opportunities, family-centered planning, self-advocacy, and self-determination. Training is also available to students with disabilities and their families on how to access and navigate opportunities after graduation, including post-secondary education, community supports, and supported employment services.
Technical Assistance
Technical assistance is available for transition programs and post-secondary education programs on curriculum development, advocacy and self-determination for students, tips on how to effectively collaborate with families and parents, best practices on employment preparation and education, program evaluation, and program development. Contact bethany.chase@rutgers.edu for more information.
