Think College! Inclusive Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

Academics, Accessibility, All Disabilities, Autism, College, Developmental Disabilities, Georgia, Intellectual Disabilities, Out of State (TN/GA) Resources, Tennessee, Transportation

Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disability. With a commitment to equity and excellence, Think College supports evidence-based and student centered research and practice by generating and sharing knowledge, guiding institutional change, informing public policy, and engaging with students, professionals and…

Transition School

Academics, Accessibility, Accommodations & Modifications, All Disabilities, Autism, Behavior, Blind & Visually Impaired, Career, College, Communication, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Developmental Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Employment, General Education, Independence, Independent Living, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Life Skills, Mobility, Out of State (TN/GA) Resources, Physical Disabilities, Post Secondary Education, Special Education, Transition, Transportation

“UDS Transition School helps high school students with a range of disabilities prepare for the future. We teach life skills that enable them to live more independently, better informed and with greater confidence in their abilities. The knowledge gained at the Transition School empowers these young adults to find competitive employment and become contributing members…

Chattanooga Autism Conference 2015

Accommodations & Modifications, Autism, Behavior, College, Community Events, Developmental Disabilities, Doctor & Therapy Groups, Early Intervention, Education & Training, Employment, Events, Georgia, IEP, Learning Disabilities, News, Parenting, Post Secondary Education, Sensory, Special Education, Transition

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Next Steps at Vanderbilt University

Academics, Autism, College, Developmental Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Employment, Independent Living, Intellectual Disabilities, Life Skills, Math, Tennessee, Transition

Educational experiences beyond high school “Next Steps at Vanderbilt University is a 2-year nonresidential certification program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing individualized Programs of Study in the areas of education, social skills, and vocational training. Next Steps at Vanderbilt is now a Comprehensive Transition Program designated by the U.S. Dept. of Education.…

Shepherd’s College

Accessibility, Accommodations & Modifications, All Disabilities, Autism, Blind & Visually Impaired, Career, College, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Developmental Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Life Skills, Out of State (TN/GA) Resources, Physical Disabilities, Spina Bifida, Transition

“Shepherds College is a three-year post-secondary educational program that assists young adults with intellectual disabilities in successfully transitioning from school to work, and from home to independent living. We are one of only a few resources for students with intellectual disabilities in the nation. Students at Shepherds College receive education, skills training and support to…