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Senior Transition

Senior Transition. Transition is a bridge from high school to…. Education / Training Employment Adult Services. Mahoning County Educational Service Center Work Study Coordinators Elaine Gamberale Nancy Kropolinsky (330) 965-7828. Education / Training. Know your options…

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Senior Transition

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  1. Senior Transition Transition is a bridge from high school to… • Education / Training • Employment • Adult Services Mahoning County Educational Service Center Work Study Coordinators Elaine Gamberale Nancy Kropolinsky (330) 965-7828

  2. Education / Training Know your options… • Extended School Option • Adult Education Classes • Technical Schools • Apprenticeships / On the Job Training • Military • College / University (2 year or 4 year degree) • Employment

  3. Education / Training Extended School Option Student delays acceptance of diploma in order to continue receiving school/ special education services. Students may participate in all graduation activities. Mahoning County Career and Technical Center Information Technology Construction Careers Health and Care Careers Service Careers Technical Careers Vehicle Repair Careers College Tech Prep Careers http://www.mahoningctc.com

  4. Education / Training Mahoning County Career and Technical Center What you need to do… • CompleteCareer Assessment to identify strengths and appropriate training programs • Schedule program visit with Work Study Coordinator • Applyto MCCTC for admission • Notify Special Education Department to delay acceptance of diploma • Develop IEP with MCCTC personnel in spring

  5. Education / Training Career Exploration Choosing a Career You’ll Be Happy With • Ohio Career Information System Contact Work Study Coordinator for passwords http://ocis2005.ode.state.oh.us • Vocational Information Center Explore careers, current job market, and employer demands http://www.khake.com

  6. Education / Training Adult Education • Quality, low cost training programs available to high school graduates. • Programs are designed to meet area employment needs as well as the educational needs of adult learners. • Full and part- time continuing education courses are usually offered in vocational schools for the purpose of improving skills or personal development. • Length of time varies according to the coursework and certification of the program.

  7. Education / Training Technical School • A school that specializes in teaching specific skills. • Technical training is combined with general education classes. • Programs are usually designed so that students can go right into a career after completing the program. • Some technical colleges offer associate degrees that students can transfer to a four-year university or college.

  8. Education and Training Military • Through the military, technical training is provided based upon individual abilities and aptitudes. • Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)Results are used to determine if applicants qualify for entry into the service. Results are also used to direct individuals toward occupations of interest. The test covers four areas: mechanical and crafts; business and clerical; electronics and electrical; and health, social and technology. Minimum entry scores vary by service and occupation. • Meet with a recruiter to schedule the ASVAB To prepare: http://www.testprepreview.com/asvab_practice.htm

  9. Education and Training Apprenticeship • A relationship between an employer and an employee during which the worker, or apprentice, learns a trade. • Training is on the job as well as in the classroom. Apprenticeships generally last from one to six years. • An apprentice works with an experienced worker while learning a trade. • Apprenticeship training programs are usually registered with the Department of Labor or the State Apprenticeship Agency. The programs provide training under conditions specified in a written apprenticeship agreement.

  10. Education and Training College or University An institute of higher learning that offers both undergraduate (associate and bachelor's) and graduate (master's and doctoral) programs. Universities and colleges vary considerably in programs offered and in size. What you need to do… • Schedule ACT, with accommodations – see guidance counselor • www.number2.com free test preparation • Visit schools and apply for admission • Submit FASFA application for financial aid www.fafsa.ed.gov • Contact university department of disability services for early registration, classroom accommodations, and advocacy

  11. Youngstown State University • Disability Services - (330) 941-1372 • Any YSU student who has a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability, is encouraged to register with Disability Services to receive accommodations such as: • Early Registration • Testing and Classroom Accommodations • Advocacy • Assistive Technology • Etc.

  12. Employment Looking for a Job? Mahoning County One Stop • Provides information about job availability, training opportunities and financial assistance at no charge • Offers free occupational workshops for job seekers • Register at Mahoning County Boardman Plaza 149 Boardman- Canfield Road (330) 965-1787 www.onestopohio.org

  13. Services Where Can I Go for Help? Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation www.rsc.ohio.gov (330) 797-9980 Direct, personalized services to assist people with disabilities reach their employment goals. Services may include: • Career counseling and vocational evaluation • Employment services such as work adjustment, job coaching, job placement • Educational services including college, technical or business schools. Initiate BVR referral through the Work Study Coordinator

  14. Services Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation How do I get started? 1. A senior interview is conducted with the Work Study Coordinator to review options and available services 2. If BVR services are requested, your Work Study Coordinator will assist in the referral process 3. School records such as educational evaluations, plans, transcripts and a summary of performance will be released to the BVR counselor 4. A BVR counselor will contact the student to schedule an appointment to begin planning for services

  15. Services Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation What do I need when I meet with my BVR counselor? Employment Services: Career Assessment, Photo ID/ Driver’s License Resume’ Career passport, transcript, awards, summary of performance and any other information that would support your vocational goal Educational Services: ACT score / Transcript, Driver’s License, FASFA results College acceptance letter Information regarding school and program of choice Career passport, transcript, awards, summary of performance and any other information that would support your vocational goal such as work experience

  16. Services Supplemental Security Income (SSI) • For people with disabilities who have limited income and few resources • Mahoning County Social Security Administration 101 Federal Plaza, Suite 206 Youngstown Ohio (330) 747-1496 or 1-800-772-1213 • http://www.ssa.gov to access social security information on the internet

  17. It’s Up To You Knowing where you want to go and what roads will lead you there is the first step in the process. If You Don’t Get Started, You Certainly Won’t Arrive Contact your Work Study Coordinator for further information (330) 965-7828

  18. Adult Education Links Choffin (330) 744-8710 http://www.ycsd.org/choffin/ Practical Nursing Machine Trades Dental Assistant Mahoning County Career & Technical Center (330) 729-4100 http://www.mahoningctc.com Information Technology Health Occupations Industrial and Trade Alliance Career Center http://www.aviators.stark.k12.oh.us Diversified Health Automotive Machine and Welding Columbiana County Career & Technical Center http://www.columbianajvs.k12.oh.us Health and Safety LPN STNA

  19. Technical Schools Links NEW CASTLE SCHOOL OF TRADEShttp://www.ncstrades.com Welding Refrigeration / AC Heavy Equipment Operations TDDS Technical Institutehttp://www.tdds.edu Truck Driving Diesel Technician University of Northwestern Ohio http://www.unoh.edu Automotive Technology High Performance Motor Sports WyoTech http://www.wyotech.com Street Rod and Custom Fabrication

  20. Technical Schools Links ITT Technical Institutehttp://www.itt-tech.edu Electronics Computer Networking Pittsburgh Technical Institute http://www.pti.edu Information Technology Multimedia Ohio State Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI) College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Turf grass Management http://www.ati.osu.edu Hocking College http://www.hocking.edu Hospitality Forest Management and Wildlife Management

  21. Technical Schools Links Winner Institute of Arts and Sciences Culinary Arts Program http://www.winner-institute.com 1-888-414-2433 Raphael’s School of Beauty Culture http://www.raphaelsbeautyschool.com 330-782-3395 Casal Aveda Institute 330-792-6504

  22. College Links • Youngstown State University • www.ysu.edu • Kent State University • www.kent.edu • University of Akron • www.uakron.edu • Stark State College • www.starkstate.edu

  23. Apprenticeship Links US Department of Labor Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training (330) 743-0186 http://www.jfs.ohio.gov/apprenticeship • Bricklayers www.bacweb.org (330) 758-1311 • Carpenters/ Millwright (330) 746-0551 • Electricians www.njatc.org(330) 965-0578 • Laborers www.laborers-agc.org • Operating Engineers www.iuoe.org (330) 758-7536 • Painters www.iupat.org (330) 758-7117 • Plumbers and Pipe fitters www.ua.org (330) 758-4596 • Roofers www.unionroofers.com (330) 746-3020 • Sheet metal www.smwia.org (330) 758-3393

  24. Military Links http://www.military.com http://www.goarmy.com http://www.navy.com http://www1800goguard.com http://wwwmarines.com http://www.airforce.com

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