Transition Services

Transition begins at age 14 in the State of Iowa. Transition Services and supports provide a variety of activities to our students during the school day so they can reach their post-secondary expectations. Below are a few resources that may help you in learning about post-secondary opportunities for your student.

Career Resources

The following links provide information and resources that are helpful in the areas of career and workplace readiness:

Child Labor and Work Permits 2
Child Labor Laws and Work Permits
Job Accommodation Network
Labor Market Information
Living Wage Calculator
My Next Move – Career Inventory and Information
Occupational Outlook Handbook (Dept. of Labor)

 

Iowa College and University Disability Services Resources

The links below will provide information and resources on each college or universities disability services:

• Coe College
• Cornell College
• Iowa State University
• Kirkwood:
  • High School Completion Programs at Kirkwood
  • Kirkwood Skills to Employment Program (KPACE)
  • TRiO Student Support Services at Kirkwood
• Mount Mercy University
• University of Iowa
• University of Northern Iowa

Additional Transition Resources

Please see the links below for a variety of resources to assist in your transition needs:

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS)
Iowa Waiver Services
Linn County Resources (extensive list!)
Nat’l Parent Center on Transition and Employment
Transition Iowa

 

Megan Burke-Brunscheen
Associate Director of Student Services
Phone: (319) 447-3359
Address: 2999 N 10th Street, Marion, IA 52302