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Transitioning from High School to Work
- Preparing Students with Autism for Adulthood
Presented by
Vicki Lundine, M.Ed. & Catherine Smith, M.Ed.
Why Focus on Transition to Adulthood? Although the emphasis on transition from high school to work officially begins in Grade 10 and continues until graduation, in reality, the process should begin much earlier for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Attitudes toward work combined with decisions we make for students can significantly influence the path they may choose to follow. The Online Video defines the roles and responsibilities for individuals supporting students as they mature with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including parents, and provides participants with information and strategies which help promote meaningful participation for students with ASD in the work world. The importance of developing and maintaining career portfolios is also explored.
Who Should Watch this Online Video? This Online Video is aimed primarily at school teams and parents working with middle and high school students on the Autism Spectrum, but the content is also relevant for all parents, teachers and community professionals supporting students of all ages with ASD. The life journey that fosters the exploration and discovery of the gifts and talents of students with ASD, which can lead to meaningful community participation, begins early.
This Online Video contains the complete content of ACT's full-day live event, originally recorded on Friday, August 8, 2009.
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About the Presenters
Vicki Lundine is a District Career Facilitator for the Campbell River School District on Vancouver Island. She taught for 20 years and has spent the last 10 years as a career counselor. Her passion and enthusiasm for finding great placements for her students is infectious!
Catherine Smith is an Educational and Behavioral Consultant for the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders. As a Learning Assistance Teacher, District Integration Support Teacher and Provincial Consultant, she has worked collaboratively with parents and professionals to support students with ASD for over 20 years.
Vicki Lundine and Catherine Smith are the authors of Career Training and Personal Planning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders - A Practical Resource for Schools. Published by Jessica Kingsley Press in 2006, this book provides important information for parents and school professionals.
What is an ACT Online Video?
ACT Online Videos are video-taped presentations that can be viewed over the internet by anyone with a fairly new computer and a high-speed internet connection. The Online Video is an edited version of the live event.
| 2012 Subscription Costs |
| Membership Type | Single Video * | All Videos * |
| 1 – Parent/Family | $35 | $150 |
| 2 – Home Team (8 users or less) | $100 | $300 |
| 3 – Para-professional | $35 | $150 |
| 4 – Student (full-time) | $35 | $150 |
| 5 – Professional | $50 | $250 |
| 6 – Small Organization (8 or fewer users) | $200 | $600 |
| 7 – Large Organization (9-20 users) | $300 | $900 |
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| * All Memberships are valid for 1 year from registration date. - Prices and conditions subject to change. |
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| Others have said: |
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Good presenters, passionate for the work they do, many successful stories and practical tips. |
| Professional, North Vancouver
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| Good Speakers. Really enjoyed the 'personal' stories of real kids & the videos. |
| Parent, Victoria
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| Very Informative. There are great ideas to use in schools - Finally! |
| Professional, Langford
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| The most useful ACT workshop that I have attended so far. |
| Parent, Burnaby
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| Very Good! Wish we had more teachers and programs like these ladies provide. |
| Parent/Para Professional, North Delta
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| Really enjoyed it - lovely. Good presenter |
| Parent, Quadra Island
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| This is the workshop that I have been needing! |
| Professional, Courtney
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| Fantastic - anecdotes were sometimes a little long but helped tremendously. |
| Parent, Comox Valley |
