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Research Study One
The purpose of this scale up study is to evaluate whether CIE in high school increases the likelihood of obtaining CIE and improving community engagement in adulthood for individuals with autism and related conditions. Despite the goal of full participation in the American Dream, these individuals often face low employment rates. With appropriate support, this can change.
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Research Study Two
College students with disabilities face significant challenges in securing employment after graduation. This proposed efficacy study aims to evaluate the impact of professional development (PD) interventions on higher education (HE) personnel to enhance support for college students with disabilities in accessing paid employment opportunities.
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Research Study Three
Effects of Paid Internships on Competitive Integrated Employment or Postsecondary Education Outcomes for At-Risk Youth with Disabilities Earning a Regular Diploma
This study focuses on an internship program called Start on Success (SOS) that incorporates a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course followed by paid work experiences for high school at-risk youth with disabilities.
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Research Study Four
Cognitive Support Technology for Postsecondary Students with Traumatic Brain Injuries: A Randomized Clinical Trial at the Intervention Efficacy Stage of Research
This Randomized Control Trial initiative (Intervention Efficacy) is designed to improve the academic and employment outcomes of students with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in post-secondary education.
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Research Study Five
Effects of Paid Work in High School on the Employment Outcomes of Youth with Severe Disabilities: A Randomized Control Trial (RCT) Intervention Development
The goal of this study is to generate empirical support for the impact of early work experiences, practical guidance and resources for schools committed to connecting their students to community jobs, and richer insights into the pathways leading from school to the world of work.
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Research Study Six
Effects of Trained Personnel Providing Employment Supports in Higher Education on the Employment Experiences of College Students with Intellectual and / or Developmental Disability (I/DD): A Quasi-Experimental Study
This study examines the effects of an online course, coupled with technical assistance for trained personnel providing employment supports to students with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability (I/DD) in higher education.
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Career Planning Toolkit
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Employment: Referral Guide
For vocational rehabilitation agencies offering both supported and customized employment approaches to pursuing employment for people with disabilities, there...
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