SUPPORT & GOALS
Support & Goals
Support the US College Autism Project (USCAP). DONATE NOW to bring this US College Autism Project program to the college or university of your choice.
US CAP goals for 2011 and 2012.
1. Form an advisory board of directors with expertise in autism training, advocacy, college placement, support and transition services, and legal support for individuals with disabilities.
2. Identify and connect with colleges and universities that currently strive to meet the needs of this population.
3. Research the available support services that are geared towards assisting students on the autism spectrum to attend college and transition from college to the workplace.
4. Generate a list of college and university personnel that are interested in spearheading programs the will meet the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum and connect with these individuals to learn about their existing programs and initiate discussions about US CAP.
5. Establish a training program that includes a schedule of topics, a curriculum and a list of potential presenters for those colleges and universities that are interested in acquiring training and consultation to better meet the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum.
6. Schedule and host a Regional Training Conference for post-secondary educators wanting to learn more about meeting the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum.
7. Establish the USCAP standards for training and their requirements for completion for colleges and universities as well as the local community autism support specialists through workshops and or consultation services. Detail the criteria for college or supporting community professionals to be listed as a recommended provider through US CAP.
8. Locate and establish contact for a prospective pilot to launch Phase 1 of the model training program and a regional training conference by connecting with professors with ASD, the disability programs department of the college and the administration. Emphasis is based on location and size of the college and resources.
9. Establish funding for the prorgam through grants and donations.
USAAA, through the US CAP initiative, is creating an opportunity for individuals on the autism spectrum to have a successful college experience and to be prepared for post collegiate transitions. But, we need your help. Donate now. Your donation will make a difference to a student in succeeding at the college level. With your support, it is our hope and our vision to bring US CAP to every college in America.
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