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Project

Path to Independence

Center:

NV-Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2014

Contact Information:

Mary Bryant
[email protected]
775-682-9057

Project Description:

Nevada Path to Independence Project is a two-year non-degree certificate program for students with intellectual/developmental disabilities at UNR. It is a collaboration of the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities and Extended Studies at UNR, with support from Vocational Rehabilitation and Sierra Regional Center. In order to achieve outcomes of employment and independence, the project is structured into three areas: Academics & Campus Activities, Employment, and Independent Living. The pilot program, with two students, begins fall semester 2013.

Keyword(s):

Postsecondary education, inclusion, transition

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training, Other Direct/Model Services, Demonstration Services

Area of Emphasis

Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State