CEASD 2023

Abstract:
This session will demonstrate how colleges and vocational rehabilitation services can, with collaboration, ensure student success. The presenters will discuss the resources RIT/NTID have put in place to assist prospective and continuing students as well as families and VR agencies. This presentation will also describe how the California Vocational Rehabilitation Representative to RIT/NTID works with VR offices in California, students and families, and Colleges to build successful partnerships and resources. We will discuss how both organizations have more similarities than differences in our shared goal and mission to serve students. An overview of some of the challenges that VR offices and colleges face when assisting students in the postsecondary education process will be provided. Some strategies for working together to overcome some of these challenges will be shared. We will demonstrate policies, procedures, and actions both organizations are taking to ensure an experience that is as seamless as possible. RIT/NTID and Vocational Rehabilitation Offices are working together to ensure students receive the support needed for a successful college experience.