The Harper College Career Skills Institute was the site of our February Informational Tour.
Designed for students with mild intellectual disabilities, age 18 and above, the Career Skills Institute seeks to assess and strengthen basic academic and employability skills. The Institute assists students in developing self-advocacy and general entry level skills while developing a realistic career path. Students benefit from the opportunity to: develop academic, vocational and social skills; learn appropriate work behavior; develop career-related interests; and receive an honest assessment of their career potential and the continuing supports they will require in the workplace.
The two-year program can accommodate a maximum of 15 students and features six course modules each year: year one focuses on basic academics and communication while year two concentrates on career exploration and a guided vocational experience. Most graduates find part-time work upon completion of the program.
Students who would qualify for the Career Skills Institute have been diagnosed with a mild intellectual disability, are able to independently find their way to classes with minimal orientation, have transportation arrangements, and possess appropriate public behavior.
Thank you to Linda Hoeck, Program Coordinator, for facilitating our tour. For more information, she may be reached at lhoeck@harpercollege.edu.
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