Post-Secondary Education & Training

Planning and Preparation
Education and Training Options
21+ Program Options
Web Resources

Visit Our Post RHS Site

Visit the RHS Guidance Webpage

Exploring options for life after graduation

Establishing strengths and preferences
Collaborating with school staff and IEP team
Communicating with schools or training programs - have a list of questions ready
Participating in activities for skill development & preparation
Identifying and securing the appropriate support services and/or accommodations
Use information gathered to develop measurable goals

Preparation and Planning

SPAN (Parent Advocacy Network) Planning for Inclusive Higher Education Programs & Post Secondary Education Options
SPAN Education After High School Survey gathering information regarding what families know and want to know about college for students with I/DD
Funding and Program Options
College Resources for Students with Disabilities: Outline of college disability resources
Bergen Community College Office Specialized Services

BCC Accommodations Process Contact: Anna Rolando arolando@bergen.edu

Registration: Contact Office of Specialized Services for appointment with an Academic Counselor or go to aacenter@bergen.edu to make an appointment or register online

Bergen Community Center for Adult Transition (on Bergen Community College campus) supports individuals 18-24 with ID/DD while in college and promotes access to community-based services and resources in the areas of education, training, and employment.
BCSS Cape Center College Resources

College Programs

College Programs for Students with Special Needs & Scholarship Opportunities from NJ Arc
Colleges with Strong Support Systems
College Steps: Nonprofit that provides customized, college support for students with learning and social challenges such as learning disabilities, autism, and executive functioning deficits.

College Compass program

Calendar of Events

College Steps Youtube Video