GATES – CAREER EXPLORATION

The GATES transition training course is designed to give students, age 14-22, knowledge necessary to manage their daily lives and to achieve self-confidence and self-sufficiency. This course teaches students various skills needed to help locate and maintain employment. The concepts and skills addressed in the career component of the GATES program will differ depending on the students’ current skill level and needs. Students will work on vocational skills including methods of seeking employment, developing a resume, budgeting including managing a bank account and check book. During transition training, students develop a personal Vision Portfolio. Topics that may be covered in the portfolio include: pertinent information about the student’s eye condition, questions to ask the ophthalmologist, assistive devices and aids that the student uses for his or her environment and financial assistance, resources and services available for students with visual impairments and blindness.

2601 – Developing A Career Plan
Credit: .25
Meets Daily for 9 weeks
Prerequisite: Must be recommended by LEA
This class will complete an array of inventories covering interests, experience, work conditions, values, attitudes, and getting to know yourself. The students will also write an individual Career Plan.

2602 – Researching Careers
Credit: .25
Meets Daily for 9 weeks
Prerequisite: Must be recommended by LEA
This class will explore different careers via text books, resource materials, the ISVI library, community agencies, and the Internet.

2603 – Finding a Job
Credit: .25
Meets Daily for 9 weeks
Prerequisite: Must be recommended by LEA
This class covers exploring job leads through various sources, applying for a job, interviewing, and resume writing.

2604 – Joining the Workforce
Credit: .25
Meets Daily for 9 weeks
Prerequisite: Must be recommended by LEA
This class covers preparing for a new job, workplace ethics, developing a positive attitude, teamwork and leadership skills.

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