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Supported Education
Program
SERVICES
Services are:
1
Mobile
Supported Education Counselors are able to meet students within their communities and on college campuses. They can also accompany students to essential appointments needed to succeed in their educational goals.
2
Flexible
Pursuing and attending school can be a very busy time in a student's life; Supported Education Counselors can meet a student during
business hours to accommodate their scheduling needs.
3
Supported Education Counselors will work with students based on each individual's need, personal desires and choices.
Tailored
SERVICES:
TASC Services
Post-Secondary Readiness
Accessing Post-Secondary Programs
Supported Education Counselors will support students interested in taking TASC by assisting them to identify their needs and choose the best program or school to meet those needs. Counselors will provide direct support in applying and entering into TASC programs. Counselors help students develop skills and resources to ensure their success.
Supported Education counselors will assess students for their interests, strengths, and barriers. They will work with students on career planning in order to identify areas of study and colleges, or training programs, to match each individual's career goals. They will also support students in developing skills and accessing resources in order to become prepared for higher education pursuits.
Supported Education Counselors will directly provide support in choosing, applying and enrolling in college and vocational training programs. Counselors will also assist in navigating admission processes and course selections.
General Skills Development
Academic Skills Development
Financing Education
Supported Education Counselors will assist in developing skills necessary to be successful.
This will include time management skills, social skills, travel skills and organizational skills.
*This list does not include all skills
Supported Education Counselors will assist in developing skills necessary to be successful in academic settings.
This will include academic skills assessment, study skills, writing skills and research skills.
*This list does not include all skills
Supported Education Couselors will work with students by exploring and discussing ways to pay for their college or vocational program of choice. Counselors will assist in applying for Financial aid, scholarships and grants. They can also assist in navigating student loan options, including deferment and payment plans.
Accessing Campus Resources
Mediation and Advocacy
Wellness and Self-care
Supported Education Counselors will work with students to identify supports and activities offered on campus to succeed in their educational goals. Some resources that may be accessed include Office of Disability Services, tutoring, remediation, clubs/social activities and on campus health clinics.
Supported Education Counselors will advocate with students during processes; such as academic appeals and to enhance communications with school faculty to include administrators and professors.
Supported Education Counselors will work with students within the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. Counselors are able to discuss different aspects of practicing self-care as they pertain to the dimensions and will challenge stigma and discrimination by promoting wellness on campus.