“Transition
into High Demand Industries”Concurrent Session 9
The
Role of the Rehabilitation Counselor in Transitioning Youth with Disabilities
to Postsecondary Education and Employment (2003) 
Brief
This Research Findings Brief from the National Center on the Study of Postsecondary Educational Supports discusses the role of the Rehabilitation Counselor in working with Special Educators to assist in a student's transition to postsecondary school. The brief presents preliminary findings as the data collection is currently ongoing. Available in PDF (4 pages).
http://www.rrtc.hawaii.edu/documents/products/phase2/pdf/062b(1)-H01.pdf
Brief
This Research Findings Brief from the National Center on the Study of Postsecondary Educational Supports discusses the role of the Rehabilitation Counselor in working with Special Educators to assist in a student's transition to postsecondary school. The brief presents preliminary findings as the data collection is currently ongoing. Available in PDF (4 pages).
http://www.rrtc.hawaii.edu/documents/products/phase2/pdf/062b(1)-H01.pdf
Handbook
for Implementing a Comprehensive Work-Based Learning Program According
to the Fair Labor Standards Act (3rd ed.) (February 2005)
By following the information and examples in this manual, school personnel can proceed with confidence to operate effective work-based learning programs consistent with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Sample forms, agreements, and supporting documentation required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and FLSA are included in the examples whenever possible. This document also includes contact information for offices and personnel of the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division and organizations involved in planning and delivering transition services for youth with disabilities, as well as information on Supplemental Security Work Incentives available to transition-aged youth with disabilities. http://www.ncset.org/publications/essentialtools/flsa/default.asp
By following the information and examples in this manual, school personnel can proceed with confidence to operate effective work-based learning programs consistent with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Sample forms, agreements, and supporting documentation required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and FLSA are included in the examples whenever possible. This document also includes contact information for offices and personnel of the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division and organizations involved in planning and delivering transition services for youth with disabilities, as well as information on Supplemental Security Work Incentives available to transition-aged youth with disabilities. http://www.ncset.org/publications/essentialtools/flsa/default.asp
In
Their Own Words: Employer Perspectives on Youth with Disabilities in
the Workplace (September 2004)
Eleven employers from various fields write about how they became involved
in providing work experiences for youth with disabilities, what made it work,
and what they recommend to individuals and organizations representing youth. http://www.ncset.org/publications/essentialtools/ownwords/default.asp
National
Standards & Quality Indicators: Transition Toolkit for Systems Improvement (2005)
This document, from the National Alliance for Secondary Education and Transition (NASET), contains information and tools to provide a common and shared framework to help school systems and communities identify what youth need in order to achieve successful participation in postsecondary education and training, civic engagement, meaningful employment, and adult life.
http://www.nasetalliance.org/toolkit/
This document, from the National Alliance for Secondary Education and Transition (NASET), contains information and tools to provide a common and shared framework to help school systems and communities identify what youth need in order to achieve successful participation in postsecondary education and training, civic engagement, meaningful employment, and adult life.
http://www.nasetalliance.org/toolkit/
Tapping
Employment Opportunities for Youth with Disabilities by Engaging Effectively
with Employers (December 2002)
NCSET Research to Practice Brief
This brief addresses studies that explore employer perspectives on managing supports and accommodations for youth with disabilities, and the implications of these studies for transition practice and employment services for youth with disabilities. Examining employer perceptions of hiring and accommodating individuals with disabilities is an important consideration in making work-based learning opportunities available to youth with disabilities. Further resources are included.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=716
NCSET Research to Practice Brief
This brief addresses studies that explore employer perspectives on managing supports and accommodations for youth with disabilities, and the implications of these studies for transition practice and employment services for youth with disabilities. Examining employer perceptions of hiring and accommodating individuals with disabilities is an important consideration in making work-based learning opportunities available to youth with disabilities. Further resources are included.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=716
Youth
Employment (December 2003)
NCSET NLTS2 Data Brief
This NLTS2 Data Brief provides a detailed description of employment trends for youth with disabilities documented within the National Longitudinal Study-2. The NLTS2 has recently gathered data on work-study employment and regular paid employment of youth with disabilities, with a focus on hourly pay, disability categories, demographic differences in employment, and individual differences such as gender, age, race/ethnicity, and household income in relation to employment. This brief provides a concise and organized presentation of the results, including descriptive graphs.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=1310
NCSET NLTS2 Data Brief
This NLTS2 Data Brief provides a detailed description of employment trends for youth with disabilities documented within the National Longitudinal Study-2. The NLTS2 has recently gathered data on work-study employment and regular paid employment of youth with disabilities, with a focus on hourly pay, disability categories, demographic differences in employment, and individual differences such as gender, age, race/ethnicity, and household income in relation to employment. This brief provides a concise and organized presentation of the results, including descriptive graphs.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=1310
Preparing
for Employment: On the Home Front (March 2006)
NCSET Parent Brief
This brief describes ways in which youth and families can help youth effectively explore work-based learning outside of school settings.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=2844
NCSET Parent Brief
This brief describes ways in which youth and families can help youth effectively explore work-based learning outside of school settings.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=2844
Work-Based
Learning and Future Employment for Youth: A Guide for Parents and Guardians (October 2003)
NCSET Information Brief
Setting high expectations early in life is an important step in order for youth to develop the skills to succeed in the future. This guide for parents and guardians of youth with disabilities outlines how work-based learning helps youth identify interests, strengths, skills, and needs related to career development. Specific examples are provided, as well as further resources.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=1222
NCSET Information Brief
Setting high expectations early in life is an important step in order for youth to develop the skills to succeed in the future. This guide for parents and guardians of youth with disabilities outlines how work-based learning helps youth identify interests, strengths, skills, and needs related to career development. Specific examples are provided, as well as further resources.
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=1222
