Self-advocacy
What is self-advocacy?
self-advocacy is the ability to speak up for yourself. It's the ability to identify your needs, communicate them clearly, and help others understand how they can support you
what is budgeting?
A budget is a plan that shows you how you spend your money every month
the process of organizing and planning how to divide your time between different activities
time management
How long do you go to school for in Community College
2 years
What are three accommodations you can get at school or work?
extra time on tests and assignments, taking a test alone, breaks, having headphones, small classes, notetaker, seat preference, changing a job task, flexibility around work schedule, possible work from home day
what is a need and what is a want?
Need- things needed for survival: food, water, shelter
Want- things somebody desires: sweets, new shoes, new phone, headset, gaming systems, pc
What is a resume?
A resume is a formal document that a job applicant creates to detail their qualifications, experience, and work skills
how many years of school do you go to for a bachelors degree?
4 years
what is an accommodation?
An accommodation is a change that removes a barrier to learning or a job
What is the difference between a credit card and a debit card?
debit card uses money that you currently have in your bank account
credit card is money borrowed from a bank that needs to be paid back
People who can speak to your best qualities, skills and qualifications
includes: teachers, past employers
Excludes: friends and family
References
Trade school, Military, Work, Gap year
What is discussed during your IEP meetings?
review past goals and performance, ask for feedback, state your school and transition goals, state the support you will need, review accommodations
what is the name of the website used to search for jobs?
Indeed
What is networking?
the process of making connections and building relationships and using your current connections to help you seek job opportunities
What is the difference between public and private colleges?
Public colleges- are government funded, less financial aid required usually, not as expensive as private schools
Private colleges- company/private owned, more financial aid is required, most expensive option
What does BCIL stand for?
Boston Center for Independent Living
What does I.E.P. stand for?
Individualized Education Plan
What was the name of the website we used to explore Jobs and took the survey on?
Virtual Job Shadow/ Pathful Explore
What is professionalism?
a set of rules and behavioral expectations that you are expected to follow at work and school
How many years of school do you go to for each degree?
Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorates
2 years, 4 years, 6 years, 8-13 years
What is this class called?
Pre-ETS