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Post-secondary education & career workshop series

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Post-secondary education & career workshop series

Title and details of webinar

Headed to college or university? Are you a student with a disability preparing for your post-secondary education and career?

Join us for our Fall 2024 free webinar series

Webinars include a mix of information (presentation style) and opportunities to ask questions. We engage Youth Mentors to share their lived experiences.

We designed these sessions for students in any school board and welcome families/parents to participate.

You are eligible to register if you…:

  • Are living with a disability and/or autism spectrum disorder
  • Are in high-school (grades 10, 11, 12 or 12+), you have an IEP, and you are earning credits towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

Date:

Session:

Learn about:

Saturday October 19, 2024

10:00-12:00

Getting ready for the transition to post-secondary 

  • Exploring program and career interests
  • Applying to college/university

Saturday November 16, 2024

10:00-12:00

Setting up supports for post-secondary

  • Accessing services and accommodations at college/university 
  • Maintaining physical and mental health
  • Funding options

Saturday December 7, 2024

10:00-12:00

Advocacy and independence skills 

  • Developing self-management strategies and asking for what you need
  • Enjoying campus life and getting involved