Non Degree Seeking College Programs

TAP is NEXT!

The Transition and Access Program (TAP) is a four-year college education for students with mild to moderate intellectual or developmental disabilities (ID/DD) that embraces the University of Cincinnati’s strategic direction of Next Lives Here making a positive impact on the world, promoting diversity and inclusion. TAP is emerging as a leader in creating an authentic inclusive living-learning opportunity that builds career skills, academic achievement, personal responsibility, social networks, and a promising future. TAP students earn a university recognized certificate upon completion of the four-year program.

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Transition. Success. Independence.

The TOPS Program at The Ohio State University Nisonger Center offers individuals ages 18 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) a unique opportunity to engage in academic coursework at Ohio State and gain meaningful work experiences while developing independent living skills and participating in campus and community organizations, social and volunteer activities, and other events.

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Career and Community Studies (CCS) is a college-based, transition, non-degree program to prepare students with intellectual and developmental disabilities for adult life through academic pursuits, peer socialization, and career discovery and preparation. The program integrates inclusive classes, a typical college experience, and a transition curriculum to assist students in achieving adult roles and a quality of life in a community of their choice. The CCS program is for students who have completed high school requirements and be at least 18 years of age.

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A college experience enhances social, academic and vocational skills leading to a high quality of life. Toledo Transition (T²) provides students with intellectual and developmental disabilities these opportunities.

The T² program is a 2-year or 4-year non-degree certificate program for young adults seeking an inclusive college experience that prepares them for gainful employment.

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The College to Career Experience at Murray State University is a two-year program for students with intellectual disabilities, students take 6 hours per semester in Murray State classes and earn a College to Career Certificate. As CCE participants, students will have the opportunity to be a part of the Murray State University community, experiencing the campus both academically and socially. The components of the model include a student-centered and individually unique program of study for students based on their interests and career goals. Courses offered in this program are part of the Murray State University regular course offerings open to all Murray State students.

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The Huntington University ABLE Program (Achieving Balance in Life through Education) is designed to support students with cognitive disabilities in having a college campus experience.

The ABLE program provides individuals ages 18-24 with the opportunity to be part of a university campus. Students, both independently and with support from peers, attend/audit classes, work on campus, take supportive classes in understanding finances, social skill needs and independent living, and participate in extracurricular activities. The program not only supports the students with disabilities, but provides an equally important opportunity for all typical students, faculty, and staff to more fully understand the potential of individuals with disabilities.

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