Program NAME:

First Choice

Program WEBSITE:

http://www.tccd.edu/academics/cie/preparatory-education/transitional-skills

Program CONTACT NAME:

Vicki Moss

Program CONTACT PHONE:

817-515-2500

Program CONTACT EMAIL:

Vacochia.moss@tccd.edu

Program DESCRIPTION:

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.

Are students in High School ELIGIBLE for this program?

No

Types of COLLEGE COURSES taken by students in this program:

• Continuing education courses

Options for APPLYING for admission to this program:

• Regular college/university admissions process
• Specific application

After completing this program, students are eligible to earn the following CREDENTIALS:

None.

LENGTH OF TIME expected to complete this program:

1 year

SPECIAL COURSES designed for students with IDD in this program:

• Individual instruction or tutoring
• Life skills
• Social skills
• Study skills
• Orientation to college
• Independent living instruction

FEES associated with this program:

Yes, but not the same as standard course fees.

SCHOLARSHIPS available for this program:

Yes

RESIDENTIAL options for on-campus living:

No