Career development interventions for transition-age youths with disabilities

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Lynn C. Koch,

Affiliations: Kent State University, Department of Educational Foundations and Special Services, 405 White Hall, P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242-0001, USA. Tel.: +1 330 672 2294; Fax: +1 330 672 2512; E-mail: [email protected]

Abstract: Youths with disabilities are often precluded from participating in career exploration and planning activities that prepare them for meaningful employment. They do not always have the same opportunities as their non-disabled peers to learn about different career options and to develop important work-related skills. This article presents experientially-based career development interventions that can be incorporated into the transition planning process to guide these youths in (a) career exploration and decision-making, (b) career planning, (c) job development and placement, and (e) career maintenance.

Keywords: transition, disability, career development, work

Journal: Work, vol. 14, no. 1, pp. 3-11, 2000