College of Education Health and Human Services
School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences
www.kent.edu/ehhs/ldes

Contact Information

• Program Director: Vonnie Michali | yhale@kent.edu | 330-672-0725

Fully Offered

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Description

Career and Community Studies-College Preparation is a college-based, transition, non-degree program to prepare students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury and autism (ages 18 and older) for adult life through academic pursuits, peer socialization, and career discovery and preparation. The program integrates inclusive classes, a typical college experience, and a transition curriculum to prepare students who have the goal to enter a degree major but who benefit from a supportive intermediate program to best prepare for academic success.

The first year of the program is designed as a foundation with courses covering disability issues, personal development, health and wellness, and inclusive KSU courses. Year two allows students to extend their knowledge and skills by participating in supported college-level courses and other campus environments to increase awareness and success in academic and social skill development.

Admission Requirements

The program is limited to 1 0-12 students each fall. Students participating in the program experience intellectual and developmental disabilities that may affect some intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. Other qualifications include documentation of past successful work, academic, leadership, and community participation. Also required for admission are a completed application, reference letters, and an in-person interview with the CCS admission committee.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Become more self-determined persons who are better prepared for independent living and the achievement of career goals.
2. Gain confidence in critical and independent thinking and use their own voice and vision in order to be active and informed citizens.
3. Understand basic concepts of the academic disciplines and apply imagination and creativity as they begin a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
4. Demonstrate awareness of ethical implications of their own actions and be positive role models who contribute to societal views concerning inclusion, community, and tolerance for diversity.

Program Requirements

Major Requirements