Accessing Support Programs in College
Being a beginner all over again is tough - whether you're starting a new job or the first year of college. Here are some tips on finding the social and academic support you'll need.
Social
When you're faced with a whole new group of people at freshman orientation, remember that th...
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Getting Access to Assistive Technology in College
Are you a high school student who uses assistive technology (AT) in school as a way of compensating for your learning disability? Do you have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that requires your school to provide you with a personal talking word processor, an electronic keyb...
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University Programs
College offers a wide range of potential benefits to all students. For some, a two-year or four-year college or university program may lead to a career-entry job. For others, a college degree may lead to graduate school or professional training. Your experiences both in and out of cl...
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Life Skills Program
Some people with learning disabilities need more intensive services than a community college, university, or vocational-technical school can offer. Life Skills programs are post-secondary educational programs that help young people learn skills needed for independent living.
These p...
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Military Programs
You may be interested in the highly structured and physically active life offered in the military. Because military training involves programmed skill development with lots of practice and repetition, it may be a good option for people with certain kinds of learning disabilities. How...
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