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Information, resources and research about work and disability issues
August 2006 | Visit Worksupport.com

Upcoming RRTC Webcast

Cathy Healy
Cathy Healy

Steve Korte
Steve Korte

Date:  09/26/2006, 2 pm ET
Title:  Small Businesses: Creating Opportunities for Workers with Disabilities
Presenters:  Cathy Healy, When Work Works, and Steve Korte, A & F Wood Products

This webcast focuses on the Center for Workforce Preparation of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and how local chambers of commerce play a pivotal role as a workforce intermediary. In addition, it also shows the challenges small business owners face in maintaining their competitiveness and how a trusted source can be an invaluable partner in ensuring a quality workforce.

Cathy Healy manages the When Work Works. This initiative is introducing employers in 24 communities to workplace flexibility and effective workplaces as a strategy for recruiting and retaining workers.

Steve Korte, co-owner of A & F Wood Products, a business in that provides employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities through accessibility support, training, and a workplace environment that is user-friendly. Learn more & Register for this Webcast

The Professor's Assistant Newsletter

Universal Design

What Is a Universal Design Approach To Learning?

Applying universal design (UD) techniques to instruction provides alternative approaches to meeting the learning needs of all students. Universal design is an educational approach for teaching all learners, regardless of diversity, through designing flexible classroom materials, using various technology tools, varying instructional/delivery methods, and manipulating digital content. Read the Newsletter

Fall Online Webcourses

2006 Webcourse Flier
Brochure (PDF)

The online courses provide access to nationally known trainers within the convenience of your home. Participants can access this information at any time of the day to complete the assignments. Interaction is encouraged via discussion groups, e-mail, and individualized conversations with course instructors.

Supported Employment Web-based Certificate Series – Begins September 18 and runs through December 18

This online course provides an extensive overview of supported employment and how to facilitate competitive jobs for individuals with significant disabilities. Lesson topics include:

  • Federal Policy and Overview Customer Profile,
  • Marketing and Job Development,
  • Job-Site Support,
  • Special Topics,
  • and Long Term Supports & Funding.

Earn 3.5 CEUs or 35 CRCs, and a certificate of completion. Cost: $250 per individual. Find Out More and Register Online

Supported Competitive Employment for Individuals with Mental Illness - Begins September 18 and runs through December 18

This online course provides an extensive overview of supported competitive employment for individuals with mental illness. Sessions will include information on these important topics:

  • Overview and Values Base,
  • Building Relationships with Business, Establishing a Career Direction,
  • Locating Work Opportunities,
  • Employment Support,
  • Funding & Other Topics.

Earn 3.5 CEUs or 35 CRCs, and a certificate of completion. Cost: $250 per individual. Find Out More and Register Online