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Transition Academy

Collin Burkhart Transition Academy provides postsecondary educational strength-based assessment to aid in the successful transition of people with ASD into postsecondary higher education, vocational, or other settings.

Transition for any young adult is a very important and crucial time, but for the person with autism it is extremely so. Establishing solid practices and strategies assures a smooth transition from the home environment to a more independent living situation. Areas to consider are:

Residential
Employment
Social Relationships
  • Independent living
  • Group home
  • Residential care facility
  • Family residence

 
  • Competitive employment
  • Supported employment
  • Volunteer
  • Job Skills
  • Job Coaching
  • Co-workers
  • Advocates
  • Family
  • Counselors
  • Friends
Recreational
Training & Education
Economic/ Financial
  • Home
  • Church
  • Neighborhood
  • Hobbies
  • Community
  • Clubs
  • College
  • Adult education
  • Trade, technical schools
  • Specific vocational training
  • Community based Adult Day programs
  • Insurance
  • Benefits/ Income
  • Wages
  • Guardianship
  • Money management
  • Consumer skills
  • Independent living skills