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Postsecondary Programs and Services for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - Tarrant County College District



IDD Postsecondary Programs
Program NAME Program Description Program Contact Person Program Contact Phone Number Program Details
A Step Above & A Step Beyond Is a transitional program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Erika Zimmermann 817-515-4598 View Details
Autism Spectrum Disorder Program This program is designed to assist autism students with navigating college. It also focuses on self-sufficiency and study skills. Vicki Moss 817-515-2500 View Details
First Choice Our goal is to improve the quality of life for individuals with special needs. The First Choice Program on Southeast Campus empowers you with the tools you need to confront challenges as you transition from dependency to independent living. We also provide specialized training and education if you want to enhance your livelihood without taking standard college courses. Vicki Moss 817-515-2500 View Details
STEPS Skills, Training & Enrichment for Promoting Courses for individuals with IDD. To enhance academic, employability, social and self-sufficiency skills for meeting life's goals. Debra Sykes West 817-515-6500 View Details





IDD Services

INSTRUCTIONAL Services offered for students with IDD:


N/A



CAREER DEVELOPMENT/JOB SUPPORT Services offered for students with IDD:


Internships

Volunteer work

Community Service

Work study

Job Shadowing

Coaching

Person-centered planning



ADDITIONAL Services  offered for students with IDD:


South Campus - provides access to the Family Empowerment Center for a variety of services at no cost; hire eligible students for part-time employment in their College for Kids Program. Northeast Campus - a collaboration with the Hurst Euless Bedford ISD for consultation and follow-up visits from their transition teacher and transition specialist as well as transportation services for enrolled students. All TCC Campuses - students may participate in student clubs and organizations and other activities such as plays, health fairs, and job fairs.








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