The Adult Years Vocational Program (AYVP) is a transition program that addresses the vocational and transition needs of adult students between the ages of 18-21 with developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, autism, and other health impairments.

These students have completed their high school credits but need additional transition services in order to function academically, behaviorally, and/or independently beyond high school.

Students will also be provided transition supports in areas such as transportation, housing, respite and daily living services in collaboration with their family and community agencies.

Program includes:

• Job development and training
• Training in work-related skills necessary for job retention
• Connect with student support services at the community college
• Training in public transportation
• Practice in menu planning, grocery shopping, and cooking
• Practice in housekeeping skills
• Practice in budgeting and shopping for clothing and personal items.
• Connect with an adult agency which will continue job support
  after the student turns 21
• Develop skills to establish and maintain a checking account
• Practice the organizational skills needed to keep a weekly
  schedule of appointments

Eligibility:

• Currently receiving special education services
• All high school requirements and credits fulfilled
• Between the ages of 18 and 21
• Recommended by ARD Committee
• Able to participate in a group setting
• Able to function independently in class and at the work site
• Employment readiness
• Has a current Texas ID and Social Security Card