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Learning is lifelong and doesn’t end with high school. Postsecondary education settings include universities and colleges, as well as trade, continuing education, and vocational schools.

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Acronym Key: IDEA=Individuals with Disabilities Education Act | ADA=Americans with Disabilities Act | CTP=Comprehensive Transition Program | IEP=Individualized Education Program | FERPA=Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act | EIPD= Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities | MCO= Managed Care Organization | PSE=Postsecondary Education

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Develop “back up” plans in case the student is not admitted to their desired PSE program or any programs. Consider ways a “gap year” could be used to further prepare for PSE.
Who can help: Individual, Family, School/IEP Team
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Gather more information on support services offered at programs of interest (i.e., disability services, peer support groups). Connect with the accessibility and disability support services office when visiting college campuses or vocational programs.
Who can help: Individual, Family, School/IEP Team, Postsecondary Program
Approximate age: Middle (14-16), Transition (17-21)

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