Fast Track Transition Program
Fast Track Transition Services
Fast Track Transition is a free, in-school program that helps youth with disabilities reach their full potential as they transition from high school to adulthood. These services can be provided in a group setting or via individual instruction. The 12-week program offers students instruction in these five pre-employment transition services: post-secondary job counseling, work-based learning, workplace readiness training, and self-advocacy. Instruction is provided directly in the classroom by IVCIL’s Fast Track Team. The goal is to leave students with the tools to successfully transition to further their education and/or employment desires.
Who is Eligible?
- are at least 14 and no older than 21 years of age,
- are enrolled in an education program
- have documentation of a disability with an IEP, 504 Plan, medical records, or documentation from a physician.
- are not already a participant in the Department of Rehabilitation Services vocational rehabilitation program.
What Will Students Learn in the Fast Track Transition Program?
- introduction to advocacy
- identifying career interests
- job-seeking skills training
- job shadow/volunteer opportunities
- interview skills training
- opportunities to hear guest speakers talking about a variety of jobs and careers (online and/or in person).
- introduction to disabilities
- how to request accommodations in the workplace
- learning about post-secondary education & certification opportunities
- soft skills training to facilitate awareness of social skills and personal strengths and challenges in the workplace.
- ADA
- understanding your IEP
- goal setting
- and more
What Are the Benefits?
The Fast Track Transition Program lays a foundation for helping youth with disabilities live independently, make good decisions, and feel confident in their daily lives after transitioning from high school to adulthood.
For more information on Fast Track, contact the Youth Transition Coordinator:
Maggie Backes
(815) 224-3126 ext. 218
