Writing Measurable Post-Secondary
Writing Measurable Post-Secondary
Transition Goals & Activities
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Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes-Employment
Higher Education/Professional:
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ After completing a college program to obtain a degree in _________, student will be employed as a ________.
o Example After completing a college program to obtain a degree in history and education, student will be employed as a high school social studies teacher.
✓ After college, student will be employed in the field of ____________.
o Education
o Business
o Health care
o Food Services
o Sports
o Recreation
o ETC……..
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Student will attend a job fair on campus (this is an activity, not a goal)
➢ Student hopes to work with young children some day. (“hopes” is not a measurable outcome)
➢ Student would like to get a job as a carpenter. (“would like to” is not a measurable outcome)
Activity Details Examples: (these activities will steer you in the direction to meet the above goals)
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to discuss courses as related to career pathway
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to review graduation requirements and graduation status
← Will interview individual employees in chosen profession
← Will investigate job opportunities in area(s) of interest
← Participate in summer employment opportunities for chosen profession
← Identify people and agencies who can assist in job searches
← Investigate requirements for career interests
← Will use disability specific technology needed to access career requirements
← Attend college nights provided by the school system
← Complete resume
← Participate in mock interviews
← Will use Internet to find information about career outlooks
***Special Note: Be aware of wording when writing activities-don’t make too specific-i.e. don’t say “will visit University of Maryland” because then the school system is responsible for providing the activity**
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes-Employment
Business/Trade/Professional:
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will be employed as a ___________.
o Welder
o Plumber
o Electrician
o ETC……
✓ Student will be self-employed as a ___________.
o Welder
o Plumber
o Electrician
o ETC……
✓ Student will obtain a part-time position in a community retail business, such as __________.
o Grocery store
o Department store
o Sales
o Pet store
✓ Student will continue employment at __________.
✓ Student will be employed in the field of ____________.
o Health care
o Food Services
o Sports
o Recreation
o Construction
o Manufacturing
o Maintenance
o ETC……..
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Student wants to work as a welder (“wants” is not an outcome)
➢ Upon graduation from high school, student hopes to improve vocational skills through work experiences (“hopes” is not an observable behavior)
➢ Student plans to be employed as a carpenter after completing an apprenticeship program. (“plans to” is not a measurable outcome)
Activity Details Examples:
← Will interview individual employee in chosen trade to learn about the job
← Will investigate job opportunities that are of interest
← Will explore summer employment opportunities
← Identify people and agencies who can assist in job searches
← Investigate requirements for jobs of interest
← Shadow CTC programs of interest
← Will use disability specific technology needed to access employment requirements
← Complete resume
← Participate in mock interviews
← Will use Internet to find information about career outlooks
***Special Note: Be aware of wording when writing activities-don’t make too specific-i.e. don’t say “will visit University of Maryland” because then the school system is responsible for providing the activity***
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes-Employment
Supported Employment:
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will increase work hours at current place of employment with supports from adult service agencies.
✓ Student will be employed in the community in the field of __________, with support.
✓ The student will attend a medical day program funded by DDA that will provide ongoing activities of daily living training and contains vocational activities and employment opportunities.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Student hopes to work at a store near his home part-time after high school (‘”hopes” is not observable)
➢ Student will work with DORS to ensure community employment (working with DORS is not measurable as stated, “ensure” suggests a process not an outcome)
Activity Details Examples:
← Participate in work responsibilities (chores) at home
← Investigate job opportunities and interests
← Participate in summer employment opportunities
← Identify people and agencies who can assist in job searches
← Investigate requirements for jobs of interest
← Receive vocational training within the community
← Identify and apply for day training and habilitation services
← Identify and arrange for transportation to and from work
← Will participate in vocational training on a job site or internship
← Will use disability specific technology needed
← Complete resume
← Participate in mock interviews
← Complete practice job applications
← Participate in vocational training within the community
← Will use Internet to find information about career outlooks
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes-Education/Training
Higher Education Bound Students:
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will enroll in a two or four year college.
✓ Student will attend college and complete requirements for a ________ degree with a major in _________.
o 2 year degree
o 4 year degree
o Associates degree
o Bachelors
✓ Student will enroll in courses (non-degree) at a community college to become certified in __________..
✓ Student will complete a non-degree program at a community college.
✓ Student will take ___________ courses at a post-secondary school.
o Courses should reflect student’s strength-i.e. student will take math courses if strength is in math.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Upon graduation , student will continue to learn about life skills and reading. (participation is the main focus of this goal-no specific program or place is identified)
➢ The fall after graduation from high school, student plans to enroll in a four year university In the Southeast. (“plans” does not indicate this will occur)
➢ Student thinks they’ll major in math in college (written as a process and not something that can be demonstrated)
Transition Activity Details Examples: (these activities will steer you in the direction to meet the above goals-make specific to your individual students)
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to discuss courses as related to career pathway
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to review graduation requirements and graduation status
← Will attend the annual Transition Fair that is held at Frederick Community College
← Will complete a career interest inventory
← Will contact support services for students with disabilities at colleges of his/her interest
← Will complete a DORS application (must be completed during junior year-unless specified earlier)
← Will research available scholarships, grants, or financial aid
← Will use Internet to find information about career outlooks
← Meet with guidance counselor to discuss college entrance exams (accommodations, etc)
← Will use disability specific technology needed to access educational requirements
← Attend college nights provided by the school system
← Complete a resume
← Investigate opportunities to take college courses at local colleges
← Participate in school sponsored field trips to local community college
***Special Note: Be aware of wording when writing activities-don’t make too specific-i.e. don’t say “will visit University of Maryland” because then the school system is responsible for providing the activity***
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes-Education/Training
Business/Trade/Professional Students
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will enroll at a trade, professional or technical school with a focus in the area of __________.
o Electricity
o Construction
o HVAC
o Plumbing
o Landscaping
o Cosmetology
o ETC…..
✓ Student will complete an apprentice or internship program at trade, professional or technical school with a focus in the area of __________.
o Electricity
o Construction
o HVAC
o Plumbing
o Landscaping
o Cosmetology
o ETC…..
✓ Student will participate in employer sponsored training to maintain or continue employment.
✓ The student will participate in training programs provided by the employer that will lead to professional/job advancement.
✓ The student will enroll in an auto-tech training program to advance his certification.
✓ Upon completion of high school, student will enroll at a local community college to obtain certification as _________.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ After leaving high school, student wants to take some classes (“wants” does not indicate explicit behavior by the student)
➢ Student thinks he will major in math in college (goal is written as a process rather than outcome)
➢ Student plans to go to college (does not indicate goal will occur)
Transition Activity Detail Examples: (these activities will steer you in the direction to meet the above goals)
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to discuss courses as related to career pathway
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to review graduation requirements and graduation status
← Will shadow at the Career and Technology Center (CTC)
← Will complete DORS application (must be completed during junior year unless otherwise specified)
← Will investigate career opportunities from job advertisements and computer search
← Will research technical schools and available programs
← Will use Internet to find information about career outlooks
← Will gather information about apprenticeships and unions
← Will use disability specific technology needed to access and complete job requirements
← Complete a resume
← Attend a college night provided by the school system
***Special Note: Be aware of wording when writing activities-don’t make too specific-i.e. don’t say “will visit University of Maryland” because then the school system is responsible for providing the activity***
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes-Education/Training
Adult Programs/Supported Employment
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will improve social, self advocacy, and self care skills by attending instruction at a
➢ center based adult program
➢ local community college
✓ Student will participate in training to improve work skills at _________ (job of choice).
✓ Student will participate in rehabilitation and functional skill training through DORS services and will attend courses designed to provide specialized academic, functional, and occupational preparation for individuals with disabilities.
✓ Upon completion of high school, student will enroll in courses of interest at a local community college.
✓ Student will attend a medical day program that will provide on-going activities of daily living training and contains a vocational component that student will access and participate in.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ After high school, student will need to continue to work on his care skills (this is a “need” not a goal)
➢ After graduation, student will get a job at the grocery store (obtaining employment is not a postsecondary education/training goal)
➢ After leaving high school, student plans to attend courses at the local community college (does not state purpose of attending community college)
Transition Activity Details Examples: these activities will steer you in the direction to meet the above goals)
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to discuss courses as related to career pathway
← Will meet annually with guidance counselor to review graduation requirements and graduation status
← Will participate in Transit training
← Will use Internet to find information about career outlooks
← Will complete a DORS application (must be done for all junior year)
← Will practice literacy skills to be a better student and employee
← Will practice math skills related to career interest
← Will use disability specific technology needed to access and complete job requirements
← Complete a resume
***Special Note: Be aware of wording when writing activities-don’t make too specific-i.e. don’t say “will visit University of Maryland” because then the school system is responsible for providing the activity***
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes -Independent Living
Fully Independent:
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ After post high school training through an adult service agency, student will obtain appropriate housing and live independently within the community.
✓ The student will continue to live/reside at home and participate in a training program to improve/develop skills needed to live independently.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Student hopes to find an apartment (“hopes” is not a measurable outcome)
Activity Details Examples:
← Will explore/research living options
← Will make detailed plans for living independently
← Will make health care decisions (make appointments, fill prescriptions, etc)
← Register to Vote
← Will participate in transition planning for IEP/Transition meeting
← Will discuss living needs and disability with appropriate people
← Will discuss/research with guidance counselor transportation options
← Will participate in orientation and mobility training if needed
← Will register for selective services (* at 18 ALL males must register)
← Will appropriately budget for monetary needs
← Research disability laws that affect your rights (ADA, Rehabilitation ACT, IDEA,)
← Complete application for Transit disability pass (Wheel chair, vision impaired)
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes -Independent Living
Semi Independent:
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will live semi-independently in the community.
✓ The student will continue to live/reside at home and participate in a training program to improve/develop skills needed to live independently.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Student hopes to live with friends (“hopes” is not measurable)
Activity Details Examples:
← Will explore/research living options
← Register to Vote
← Will participate in transition planning for IEP/Transition meeting
← Will discuss living needs and disability with appropriate people
← Will discuss/research with case manager transportation options
← Will participate in orientation and mobility training if needed
← Will register for selective services (* at 18 ALL males must register)
← Complete applications for support services
← Make a list of people and agencies who can provide support
← Will appropriately budget for monetary needs with support
← Will establish any income and health care support programs (SSI, Independent Living Services, Medicaid)
← Will practice housekeeping and cooking skills
← Practice using public transportation
← Research with support disability laws that affect your rights (ADA, Rehabilitation ACT, IDEA,)
← Apply for Maryland State Identification card
← Complete application for Transit disability pass
Measurable Post-Secondary Goals/Outcomes -Independent Living
Fully Supported/Assisted
Examples of Compliant Goals:
✓ Student will live in a supported environment.
✓ Student will live in supervised residential facility
✓ Student will live with parents/guardians or relatives
✓ The student will continue to live/reside at home and participate in a training program to improve/develop skills needed to live independently.
Examples of Non-Compliant Goals:
➢ Student will live in Community Living facility (DO NOT name a specific organization)
Activity Details Examples: (all activities will be made with service coordinator, case manager, support personal, family members)
← Will explore/research living options
← Will make detailed plans for living
← Apply for Maryland State Identification Card
← Register to Vote
← Will participate in transition planning for IEP/Transition meeting
← Will discuss living needs and disability with appropriate people
← Will discuss/research with guidance counselor transportation options
← Will participate in orientation and mobility training if needed
← Will register for selective services (* at 18 ALL males must register)
← Will explore/research living options
← Complete applications for support services (SSI, Independent Living, medical assistance, DDA, etc)
← Make a list of people and agencies who can provide support
← Will appropriately budget for monetary needs with support
← Will practice housekeeping and cooking skills
← Practice using public transportation
← Apply for Maryland State Identification card
← Complete application for Transit disability pass
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