Students with Physical Disabilities & Health Conditions: Developing Independent Living and Executive Function Skills for College Success (2024)

Course Overview:

Transitioning to college can be particularly challenging for students with physical disabilities and health conditions. This comprehensive course, updated for 2024 by Ms. Annie Tulkin, founder and Director of Accessible College, provides essential knowledge and resources to help students develop the independent living and executive functioning skills needed for college success. The course includes original content from a previous recording, along with new updates and responses to frequently asked questions, ensuring that participants receive the most current information available.

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Course Highlights:

• Focus on Independence: Learn about the critical skills needed for independent living and college success.
• Expert Insights from Annie Tulkin: Gain knowledge from an experienced professional in disability support services.
• Updated Resources for 2024: Access the latest tools and information to support students effectively.

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Key Topics Covered:

1. Understanding the Laws:

• Comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing accommodations in college.
• Differences between high school and college accommodations.

2. Self-Advocacy:

• Strategies to empower students to advocate for their needs.

3. Essential Skills for Independent Living at College:

• Critical skills for managing day-to-day living independently.

4. Executive Function Skills:

• Ways to work on and improve executive function skills necessary for academic success.

5. Interactive Q&A Sessions:

• Engage with real-world scenarios and get answers to common questions.

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Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the laws that impact students with disabilities in the college setting.
• Identify the differences between high school and college accommodations.
• Recognize the types of services that colleges offer to support students.
• Develop strategies to support students in learning self-advocacy and executive function skills for college success.

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Who Should Take This Course:

• Educators and school counselors
• Disability support staff
• Parents and guardians of students with physical disabilities and health conditions
• Students preparing for college transition

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Enroll Now:

Prepare yourself and your students for a successful transition to college. Enroll in the Students with Physical Disabilities & Health Conditions: Developing Independent Living and Executive Function Skills for College Success today and gain the knowledge and tools you need to support their journey.