Adult Special Education
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Resource Directory for Post-secondary Students with Disabilities
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Okanagan College
Services
| Contact Person: |
Address: |
Phone, Fax & Email: |
Clive Goodrich, Coordinator,
Disability Services |
Okanagan College
1000 KLO Road
Kelowna BC V1Y 4X8 |
(250) 562-5445 (p)
(250) 562-5496 (f)
cgoodrich@okanagan.bc.ca |
Administrative Structure
- Administrator: Ken Baxter, Associate Vice President and Student Affairs
Disability Services Contacts
| Contact Person: |
Campus |
Phone: |
| Mr. Clive Goodrich |
Kelowna Campus |
| Ms. Susan Cawsey |
Salmon Arm Campus |
| Linda |
Penticton Campus |
| Ms. Sharon Robbie |
Vernon Campus |
How to Access Student Services
Contact the Centre Coordinator at each campus for an initial appointment. Documentation of disability is recommended. Apply for interpreters, taped books, advanced registration, technical aids, etc. approximately 4 to 6 months prior to starting classes.
Special Services/Equipment Available to Students
- orientation to Okanagan College(OC)
- referral to community and internal OC resources on behalf of students
- instructor liaison
- learning/study skills assistance
- access to computers for exams and assignments
- laptop computers and Portacap computers
- audiocassette recorders - regular and 4-track
- closed caption decoders
- photocopied and enlarged materials
- computer display enlargement software
- videotaped math materials
- math/scientific computer software
- spell checkers, talking calculators
- CCTV print enlarger
- TDD
- photocopy cards
- student aides, study partners, mobility aides
- visual language interpreters
- exam invigolators, readers, scribes
- specialised library services
- access to provincial library services for books in alternate formats
- pre-registration and limited entry registration
- registration assistance
- alternate exam formats
- adaptive learning assistance
- adaptive equipment
- exit transition assistance
Okanagan College:
Salmon Arm, Armstrong, Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton Campuses
Programs
| Contact Person: |
Campus: |
Phone: |
| Marilyn Raymond |
Kelowna |
(250) 762-5445 Local 4459
(250) 762-5445 Local 4237 |
| Deanna Arelis |
Vernon |
(250) 545-7291 Local 2221 |
| Gayle Thomas |
Salmon Arm |
(250) 832-2126 Local 8226 |
| Don Robbie |
Armstrong |
(250) 546-3593 |
| Wanda Radies |
Penticton |
(250) 492-4305 Local 3242 |
Website: http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/page1244.aspx
OC offers programs for adults with special learning needs (personal and social development underlie all aspects of these programs). Two semesters, approximately five months long, are offered each year. Programs are currently offered at the Salmon Arm, Armstrong, Kalamalka, Kelowna and Penticton centres. Offerings vary from centre to centre as student demand warrants and resources permit.
Program Details
How to Apply
- To apply or to receive further information, contact the ASE instructor at any OC Centre.
Preparing for Access to Careers and Education (PACE) Program
This is a one year, part-time, certificate program to help students reach their own educational, vocational, and personal development goals. The program will focus on developing success skills for the classroom and employment.
- Some students may choose a modified and supported second year speciality within the Supported Access to Modified Education (SAME) Program.
- Students will do career awareness research and will prepare for employment through the development of appropriate workplace attitudes, values, and behaviours.
- Students will participate in course work which develops communication, assertiveness, stress management, and conflict resolution skills.
Successful completion of this program will prepare students for:
- 2nd year in the SAME Program, an inclusive, modified form of a regular OC program, or
- competitive entry-level employment; or
- supported employment.
Students will participate in the following courses:
Semester One |
Semester Two |
LSPM-001 Strategies for Success A |
LSPM-002 Strategies for Success B |
LSPM-003 Workplace Interpersonal Skills A |
LSPM-004 Workplace Interpersonal Skills B |
LSPM-005 Career Exploration Skills |
LSPM-006 Job Search |
LSPM-007 Working World A |
LSPM-008 Working World B |
Entry Criteria
- participate in an intake interview with the ASE instructor;
- have an identified cognitive disability;
- be 18 years or older;
- have the ability to learn in a group setting;
- have the ability to make routine decisions independently;
- be motivated to participate in this program;
- be emotionally stable (have no behaviour or emotional problems that would significantly interfere with the learning or safety of self or others);
- have basic literacy skills (Grade four reading and/or listening comprehension);
- have the ability to use public transportation or have alternate transportation;
- have the desire to explore vocational options; and,
- have letters of reference from two of:
- teacher
- counselor
- social worker
- employer/workplace supervisor
Registration
Call the ASE instructor at your centre to set up an intake interview:
Contact Person: |
Campus: |
Phone: |
Marilyn Raymond |
Kelowna |
(250) 762-5445 local 4459 |
Don Robbie |
Vernon |
(250) 545-7291 local 2229 |
Gerry Roe |
Salmon Arm |
(250) 832-2126 local 8226 |
Financial assistance with up to 100 percent of fees may be available to those who demonstrate financial need.
Independent Living Program
Website: http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/Page11917.aspx
This program is for students who wish to expand their life skills to increase their independence.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be 18 years of age.
Applicants must be motivated to learn and be able to work well individually and in a small group or classroom situation. A non-verbal or multi-disabled student may be required to attend with a support person (parent, guardian, care giver) who will be required to participate in a learning contract.
Selected courses are offered based on student needs, including:
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Basic Computer Skills A
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Basic Computer Skills B
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Social Communication
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Consumer Awareness
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Human Relations
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Cooking
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Rights and Responsibilities
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Use of Leisure
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Health and Safety
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Selecting a Residence
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Safety and Driver Training
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Pre-employment Skills
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Effective Interpersonal Techniques
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Employment Preparation I
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Community Awareness
Literacy Skills (following courses are Fee free)
- Basic Academics 1
- Basic Academics 2: Math
- Basic Academics 2: Literacy
- Basic Academics 3: Literacy
- Express Yourself
Program Details
Start Date: |
Fall Semester: September -January
Winter Semester: February-June |
Length: |
Approximately two 5 month semesters |
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Hours will vary according to student need and resources. |
SAME Program
Website: http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/Page11915.aspx
This two-year program will enable students with cognitive disabilities, who cannot meet entry criteria, to access modified versions of OC programs in pursuit of their own personal, educational or vocational goals.
Students participate in a modified form of a regular OC program along with a course which will provide supports. The program is designed around an Individual Education Plan (IEP). Successful students will receive an anecdotal grade and a modified certificate.
Admission Requirements
Successful completion of PACE and recommendation of ASE and Vocational instructors. Some students may enter directly into the SAME program on the recommendation of ASE and Vocational instructors based on one or more of the following:
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previous attendance in the ASE program and recommendation from the instructor;
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previous attendance in an ABE fundamental program and recommendation from the instructor;
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recommendation from an agency/advocacy group or high school;
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recommendation from employer or work experience supervisor - (recommendations must indicate clear and realistic goals supported by prior experience).
Program Details
Start Date: |
September to January; February to June |
Length: |
5 months |
Year One
In year one, students will participate in six Employment Preparation courses. The focus in these courses will be on the development of appropriate workplace attitudes, values and behaviours, as well as on verifying goals, choosing their second year speciality, and developing an IEP. Students may be required to complete the Educational and Vocational Goal Setting course if they have not previously done any work on defining their goals or identifying strengths and weaknesses.
Year One Courses
Educational and Vocational Goal Setting - 40 hours (5 hours per day for 8 weeks, and/or all of the following courses):
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Vocational and Academic Assessment and Goal Setting
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Employment Preparation II
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Effective Vocational Interpersonal Techniques
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Working World II
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Learning Strategies
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Educational Planning
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ASE Electives, for example:
- Basic Academics - 2 hours per day for 5 months
- Introduction to Computers - 2 hours per week for 5 months
Year Two
In year two, students will participate in a combination of two courses under the overall title of Vocational Assistant: the Vocational Skills Course in which students will focus on a vocational specialty, along with a course which will provide supports. These courses will be designed around the IEP. Successful students will receive an anecdotal grade and a Vocational Assistant certificate.
Year Two Admission Requirements
Successful completion of SAME program year one and recommendation of ASE and vocational instructors, or recommendation of ASE and vocational instructors based on one or more of the following:
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previous attendance in the ASE program and recommendation from the instructor;
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previous attendance in an ABE fundamental program and recommendation from the instructor;
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recommendation from an agency/advocacy group or high school;
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recommendation from employer or work experience supervisor (recommendations must indicate clear and realistic goals supported by prior experience).
Year Two Courses
- Vocational Skills: modified and supported specialty course (e.g. Vocational Skills: Autobody Repair).
- Access and Support Course
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