Post-Secondary Education

What Does Coordination With Post-Secondary Education Mean?

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (“WIOA”) requires DVR to coordinate services with institutions of higher education (IHE) to ensure access to and participation in the state’s higher education programs for Individuals with a Disability to prepare them for the high demand careers available in today’s economy.  

When DVR and IHE work together for individuals enrolled in both systems we 

• Guide the provision of services 

• Define the transition responsibilities of VR and of education

• Minimize duplication

•  Ensure access to services

• Support ongoing and effective working relationships

Memorandum of Understandings help to guide

• The provision of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, including accommodations or auxiliary aids that are determined necessary and appropriate relative to an Individualized Plan for Employment;

• Joint staff training and support;

• Data sharing;

•  The financial responsibilities of each Party; and

•  Procedures for dispute resolution. 

What are Post-Secondary Options?  

• Public or private universities

• Colleges

• Community Colleges

• Career/Technical Schools

• Vocational/Trade Schools

• Centers for Continuing Education

• Campus Transition Programs (Inclusive Education)

• Apprenticeship Programs