Job Exploration Counseling (≤ 30 hours)

Why enroll in this course?

Any idea what your career options are? Let’s find out! We’ll dive into careers that you feel may be of interest to you. Through fun, hands-on activities, you’ll discover your own interests, strengths, abilities and transferrable skills to identify career opportunities that you are sure to love...and where you can find them in your local area.

How will it benefit me?

You will increase your:

• Knowledge of your career options
• Understanding of your interests, skills, and abilities and how they apply to jobs of interest to you.
• Familiarity with skills you already have and how they can translate into a job
• Understanding of skills needed for your career(s) of choice

How will it benefit my future employer?

(You might want to share this with them!)

• Increases the number of skilled workers in your local community.
• Strengthens community partnerships through collaborative relationships.
• Develops new leaders entering the workforce.
• Increases retention of employees, like you.
• Improves your understanding of workplace culture.
• Lowers your employer’s training time and costs.
• Builds your self-advocacy skills to ask for job accommodations.

Work-Based Learning (≤ 30 hours)

Why enroll in this course?

You will jump, first-hand, into the world of work. In real work environments, you will gather knowledge and skills for future job opportunities. Some of the activities you may be involved in are: 

Job shadowing | Career mentorship | Career-related competitions | Information Interviews | Paid and non-paid internships | Volunteering | Workplace tours and field trips

How will it benefit me?

• Job shadowing
• Career mentorship
• Career-related competitions
• Information Interviews
• Paid and non-paid internships
• Volunteering
• Workplace tours and field trips

How will it benefit my future employer?

(You might want to share this with them!)

• Increases the number of skilled workers in your local community
• Strengthens community partnerships through collaborative relationships
• Develops new leaders entering the workforce
• Increases retention of employees, like you.
• Improves your understanding of workplace culture.
• Lowers your employer’s training time and costs.
• Builds you self-advocacy skills to ask for job accommodations

Counseling Post-Secondary Education

(≤ 30 hours)

Why enroll in this course?

We love options! Don’t you? In this module, you will explore the vast possibilities in education available to you after high school: colleges, universities, trade schools and so much more! Your knowledge will surely “Wow!” any high school counselor. Some of the topics we’ll discover are: 

• How to complete college applications, what the admission process is, and what those pesky college entrance exams are all about.
• How to prepare for and receive accommodations on entrance exams
• “College days” and the most meaningful ways to participate.
• Where to begin and how to complete the FAFSA
• What financial aid opportunities are available to you (i.e. Pell grants, scholarships, ABLE accounts, etc..).
• What supports the Disability Services office can offer you.
• Job Corps and military options, and lots more.

How will it benefit me?

You will increase your:

• You will gain information about a variety of training options to prepare you for work after high school.
• You will be supported to identify the best post-secondary education options for you, based on your career choice.
• You will have all the resources needed to complete admission paperwork.
• You’ll know what to expect at college before the first day of classes.
• You’ll understand how Disability Services can assist you.

How will it benefit my future employer?

(You might want to share this with them!)

• Increases the number of skilled workers in your local community.
• Strengthens community partnerships through collaborative relationships.
• Develops new leaders entering the workforce.
• Lowers your employer’s training time and costs.
• Builds your self-advocacy skills to ask for job accommodations.

Workplace Readiness (≤ 30 hours)

Why enroll in this course?

You’ll beef up your “soft skills” that will serve you well in every aspect of your life! We’ll also cover employability skills and job preparation skills, like teamwork, problem-solving, and body language to make sure you understand interpersonal expectations (that’s code for “get along well with others”) in the workplace. Some other topics we’ll discover are: 

Conflict resolution | Empathy | Professionalism | I Good Manners | Cooperation | Active listening | Appropriate dress | Community participation | Money management

How will it benefit me?

• You’ll learn skills and behaviors on how to interact professionally with others in the workplace.
• You’ll develop skills to help you live independently with success.
• You’ll understand the importance of timeliness and excellent job performance.
• You’ll quickly see how these skills are applicable to every aspect of your life!

How will it benefit my future employer?

(You might want to share this with them!)

• Increases the number of skilled workers in your local community.
• Strengthens community partnerships through collaborative relationships.
• Develops new leaders entering the workforce.
• Increases retention of employees, like you.
• Improves your understanding of workplace culture.

Self-Advocacy (≤ 30 hours)

Why enroll in this course?

Want to speak up for yourself? Yes, please! In this vibrant module, you’ll learn how to identify your interests and effectively communicate your wants, needs, and desires in school, in a social/community setting, or on the job. We’ll teach you about your rights, responsibilities, and how to request accommodations or services and support during transition planning. You’ll also learn self-determination skills which promote your freedom to make decisions regarding your own life! 

Self-Awareness | Setting goals | Evaluating options | Assertiveness | Positive self-talk | And, a whole host of other fun topics

How will it benefit me?

• You’ll learn effective communication to share your specific needs, wants and desires.
• You’ll become more comfortable advocating for yourself.
• You’ll become very aware of your legal rights and responsibilities.
• You’ll strengthen your knowledge and voice to contribute to your own transition planning.
• You’ll gain experience to ensure you have the exact same opportunities as all students transitioning from high school.

How will it benefit my future employer?

(You might want to share this with them!)

• Increases the number of skilled workers in your local community.
• Strengthens community partnerships through collaborative relationships.
• Develops new leaders entering the workforce.
• Increases retention of employees, like you.
• Improves your understanding of workplace culture.