1. Bree Kennedy, M.S., CRC College 2 Career Coordinator

2. The Initiative…
Started with ThinkCollege! at the Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston and has now reached California!
There is much to be gained from postsecondary education in addition to the academics
A new way of thinking, a new way of supporting, a new way of achieving
“Students with intellectual disabilities will have access and support to pursue postsecondary education for personal, social, vocational and economic fulfillment”

3. Overview of the College 2 Career Program
Cooperative Agreement Grant through the Department of Rehabilitation that jointly serves consumers of DOR, SDRC and SDCCD
Pilot Program- SDCCD is one of five C2C Programs in CA
For students with intellectual disabilities (ID)
Three-year program
Provides specialized coursework, services and support specifically designed for ID population to assist with success and integration in college and on the job
Successful outcomes include greater employment options and increased sense of self-awareness and life skills

4. Eligibility Requirements
Be receiving services from the San Diego Regional Center
Have an open case with Department of Rehabilitation or be willing to get case opened
Age 22+
GED or high school diploma equivalent if under the age of 22; fully exited from any high school transition program
Have a documented diagnosis of an intellectual disability
Please note that individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder that have average to above average intelligence do not meet the eligibility requirements
Must be able to express an obtainable goal for employment
Can benefit from the college experience with a focus on gainful employment.

5. Things to Keep in Mind
Referrals come from Regional Center or Department of Rehabilitation
Enrollment is limited
Acceptance into the program is based on the decision of C2C staff following an initial intake meeting
Three-year track program- individuals must be willing to dedicate themselves to the college experience with a focus on employment
Plan ahead… referral should be made the semester before exiting high school or transition programs to allow time for planning

6. Services Provided Career Exploration Academic Planning
Assistance with access to campus and community resources
Educational Coach supports to assist with college success
Study Lab and Job Lab
Intensive Employment Preparation
College Success Skills
Job Development and Job Search Assistance
Job Retention
Job Coaching (if needed)

7. College 2 Career: Year # 1 Smart Modules
Smart Experience is the key to Success!
C2C Student Orientation
Open case with the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
C2C Academic Road Map
College 2 Career: Year # 1 Smart Modules
Fall Semester:
College Smart
Job Smart
Fall & Spring Semester:
C2C Study Lab
C2C Student Progress Review
Summer Semester:
C2C Job Lab
College 2 Career: Year # 2 Experience Modules
Professional Experience
Spring Semester:
Work Experience
College 2 Career: Year # 3 Success Module
Career Success
Successful EMPLOYMENT: C2C Program Completion Ceremony

8. Where are C2C Modules Offered?
Two Locations:
Northern San Diego
Miramar College
10440 Black Mountain Road, San Diego, CA 92126
Southern San Diego
Educational Cultural Complex
4343 Ocean View Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92113

9. Time Commitment Each Week
C2C Modules 1.5 hours two times per week
C2C Study lab 2 hours two times per week
Meeting with Ed Coach outside of class minimum of 1 hour per week
Minimum of 1 course outside of C2C modules integrated with peers without disabilities (approx. 3 hours per week)

10. What are certificates and courses that C2C students are currently pursing?
Childcare Aide
Certified Nurses Assistant
Business Office Technology
Hospitality
Communications
Culinary Arts/Professional Bakeshop
Computer Information Systems
English/Math to improve basic skills
Physical Education
And much more….

11. C2C Video

12. What an Ed Coach Does
Assist students one-on-one or in small groups in the classroom, on campus or in the community
Support students with academic coursework, career exploration, and work experience
Promote student’s involvement within campus and community activities
Advocate for students with instructors, faculty and staff and assist students with developing natural supports by attending campus tutoring labs and instructor office hours
Attend classes with students, take notes to supplement the student’s notes, break down the lecture material

13. What an Ed Coach Does
Help students with time management; money management; understanding the social environment
Apply creative learning strategies and study skills to help students succeed in the classroom
Help students navigate through campus
Assist students in understanding and utilizing authorized accommodations
Assist and advocate for students in finding employment and with learning job-related tasks
Help students establish “natural supports” to promote independence on the job

14. What an Ed Coach Does NOT Do
Does not act as a Personal Assistant
Does not provide transportation
Does not attend class for a student in his/her absence
Does not take notes in replace of the student’s own
Does not act as a messenger between C2C students and their instructors
Does not complete student’s homework assignments
Does not take responsibility for students grades
Does not communicate solely with parents or family members

15. Discussion Deadline for Fall 2013 referrals is March 29th!
Please stop by the table in the back to receive more information!
FAQ’s, referral forms, and MORE!