TRANSITION YEARS: Is vocational training available?
In many school systems vocational programs have been eliminated. However, transition programs may have replaced them. Under IDEA, transition planning from school to adult life begins, at the latest, during high school. Transition planning is required, by law, to start once a student reaches 16 years of age or younger if appropriate. This transition planning becomes formalized as part of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). In a transition program your child would have opportunities to enter work situations, to be involved with community businesses, and acquire the necessary skills and attitudes for work. Inquire about the availability of work related programs before your child reaches high school. You may need to advocate for or assist in acquiring the essential opportunities to prepare him or her for gainful employment. The acquisition of work skills and attitudes begins in early life for all children, including those with disabilities. Assigning responsibilities in t
Related Questions
- WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE THERE FOR OBTAINING CREDIT FOR OTHER TRAINING (military, private vocational schools, apprenticeship, etc.) OR SUBSTITUTING WORK EXPERIENCE FOR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS?
- How effective is the district with regard to vocational training? Are there additional steps that should be taken?
- Is general practice vocational training at risk?
