Postsecondary Programs and Services for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - Dallas College



IDD Postsecondary Programs

NO postsecondary programs for students with IDD are currently being offered by this institution.






IDD Services

INSTRUCTIONAL Services offered for students with IDD:


Project Aspire will begin September 2024, during the Fall 2024 academic semester. Through Project Aspire, individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) or a related learning or cognitive disorder can: Take classes to improve academic, computer literacy, career readiness and soft skills. Earn a Continuing Education Skills Award. Get access to a career skills development specialist for employment support. Gain support with transition into career training or credit programs.



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


Volunteer work

Job Shadowing

Coaching

Person-centered planning



ADDITIONAL Services  offered for students with IDD:


Project Aspire is a 1 year program. Students will attend courses to gain valuable career skills that will provide greater work opportunities, leading to higher levels of self-determination. The focus of the courses will be to improve academic skills and business skills and provide career exploration and soft skill development. Upon completion of the courses, students will earn a Continuing Education Skills Award. This award will help students become more marketable in the workforce, helping them secure employment. To learn more, email ProjectAspire@DallasCollege.edu or call 972-860-4325.