Terms
what is a Certification of Deafness Tuition Waiver?
The waiver is for tuition and tuition-based fees at any institution of higher education that uses public funds. It does not cover room, board, or books.
Can I request for an interpreter or any kind of proper accommodation?
Yes, I can request anytime before, during, and after the interview
what is the difference between Advocacy and Self Advocacy?
Self Advocacy- speaking/support for oneself
advocacy- public support for a particular cause or policy
what is a CART?
Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) or real-time captioning is the instant translation of what is spoken into English text using a stenotype machine, notebook computer, and software.
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
- job training, pays interpreter for the interview, pay for hearing aids or processor if you qualify-out of state tuition, books, and supplies for college
What law protects individuals with disabilities?
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
What is the difference between a cover letter and a resume?
A cover letter is a letter expressing who you are and your personality as a worker. A resume is a document that shows your experiences, skills, educational background, and accomplishments
Provide an example of when you can practice self-advocacy
Ask for accomodations in schools, hospitals, or workplaces. Being involved in ARD meetings and asking questions. Ask teachers or interpreters for clarification
what are some examples of listening technologies?
video phone, captioning phone, FM system, cell phone sound detection, and notes app, speech to text
Deaf Action Center
resources on technology, advocacy support, a Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) voucher, youth program, interpreting services
what is road mapping with your career goals?
setting mini-goals, planning your steps to find a job, plan your career goals. Be realistic and do what you can control now
What is a reference list?
A list of trusted people you have worked with, build relationships with, and that employers can reach and ask about you from a different perspective.
Who is the best contact for advocacy in schools and in colleges?
Schools:
Case managers
or Deaf Ed Leads.
Colleges:
Disability Office Counselors
examples of alerting technologies?
smartwatch, alarm clock with bed shaker, visual alerting, doorbell flasher, sounds recognition on your phone settings
National Deaf Center
great resources for students, lots of visual aids, classes offer , provides information range list of accommodations
It is YOUR choice if you want to disclose your disability. you can disclose on the application or before your interview to ensure you have proper accommodations
why is Networking Important?
Research shows that 80% of jobs are not advertised, meaning that it matters WHO you know
Why is advocacy important?
If you do not take action, nothing will change. It starts with YOU.
What's the difference between VRS and VRI?
Video Relay Service (VRS) is used to place phone calls between deaf and hearing callers who are in two different locations
Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) is an option for connecting with an interpreter thru the internet instead of a live interpreter showing up at your agency
ACCESS Program at Texas School for the Deaf
students learn the skills needed to find and maintain employment
helps students develop independent living skills and self-advocacy