Occupational Diploma Information Sheet

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 From the Disability Coalition on Education… OCCUPATIONAL DIPLOMA INFORMATION SHEET What is the Occupational Diploma? The Occupational Diploma is one of three diploma options for students graduating/exiting high school; the other two options include a regular high school diploma (full diploma) or a special education diploma The Occupational Diploma IS NOT the equivalent of a…

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.…

Step by Step Self Advocacy Booklet

Accessibility, Autism, Communication, Developmental Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Life Skills, Relationships, Special Education, Transition, Visual Aids

This is a phenomenal resource created in England for kids on the spectrum, but it could be used as a template by anyone, regardless of diagnosis.  It is a great resource for parents to walk through with kids, or for a student to work through on his own.  It covers topics ranging from communication, support…