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Supporting Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders Through Postsecondary Transition

Center:

IN-Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2014

Contact Information:

Pam Anderson
[email protected]
812-855-6508

Product Description:

In this article I have provided information and resources concerning several topics relevant to supporting an individual with ASD through the transition from school toward postsecondary goals. First, there is a discussion of predictors of positive transition including teaching social skills, promoting self-advocacy skills, encouraging work experiences, and enhancing collaboration between schools, families and counselors. Next, for use in the school setting there are tips for writing transition IEP goals for a student with ASD. Third, is a discussion of the factors to consider when making the choice between employment or postsecondary education. Finally, there is a timeline for supporting an individual with ASD from diagnosis to adulthood. It is never too early to consider what can be done to ensure that all individuals with ASD move closer to a meaningful adult life.

Keyword(s):

postsecondary transition, asd, predictors of positive transition, employment, self advocacy

Product/Publication Type(s):

Reports and monographs

Target Audience:

Professionals

Alternative Format:

Electronic (disc, CD, 508 compliant web posting)

To Obtain Copies (URL or Email):

http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3629

COVID-19 Related Data:

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