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Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities in Job Corps

This document outlines significant changes and initiatives aimed at improving the inclusion of students with disabilities within the Job Corps program. Key updates include the revision of admission procedures to serve all students, the provision of reasonable accommodations, and the establishment of a comprehensive Disability Program to be integrated across all center activities. It highlights ongoing efforts for outreach, career preparation, and development, emphasizing individualized learning strategies and self-advocacy skills to ensure that every student can thrive in their educational journey.

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Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities in Job Corps

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  1. C.D.S.S.&Access for All August 12, 2004 SIATech Michelle McNevin mcnevinmi@guajome.com Diane Fairchild fairchildd@guajome.com

  2. Disability-Related Changes in Job Corps • 1999: Announcement of the “Disability Initiative & appointment of CDDs • 2000: Revised “Admission Procedures”—All centers will serve students with disabilities—not just designated centers (PRH Change) • 2002: Unless center physician determines that participation would be a “direct threat” to self or others…”reasonable accommodations” will be provided (PRH Change)

  3. Disability-Related Changes in Job Corps • 2002: TAG (Training Assistance Guide) • 2003: Phoenix JC recognized at ALPHA for creating a “model Disability Program…” • 2004: (PRH Change Notice 03-06) Includes revisions to include the “Disability Program” in all levels of center life, required staff trainings, and so much more… • On-Going: http://www.jobcorpsdisability.com/

  4. CDSS & Access for All Students • OA (Outreach and Admissions) • Obtain information to begin the “Accommodation Process…” • “How do you learn best?” • Not: “Will you need any special accommodations?” Most students do not understand this question. • Forward information to CDD for consideration of a Job Corps Accommodation Plan

  5. CDSS & Access for All Students • CPP (Career Preparation Period) • Learning Styles Inventories • How is the student smart? (Multiple Intelligences) • Align skills with choices • Provide feedback for possible Job Corps Accommodation Plan (Team Approach) • Forward all information to CDP staff

  6. CDSS & Access for All Students • CDP (Career Development Period) • Utilize “Learning Styles” information, TABE Diagnostics, and any other formal / informal information to design appropriate instruction • Utilize a variety of “Inclusive Teaching Strategies” to reach / teach ALL students • Revisit PCDP often to ensure a proper “match” of skills to trade and desired outcomes • Revisit JC Accommodation Plan to make adjustments if necessary (Team approach)

  7. CDSS & Access for All Students • CTP (Career Transition Period) • Review students’ strengths, skills, learning styles, special needs, and accomplishments to ensure proper placements • Work with outside agencies and resources for continued training support if needed (Dept. of Rehabilitation, Regional Centers, grant programs…) • Teach self-advocacy: Realistic skills, strengths, weaknesses, “ways I learn best…”

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