Belonging Matters: Life After School Course

What is this course about?

Planning for life after school can seem daunting, especially when you have an intellectual disability or Autism. The options may seem slim and limited to segregated programs, however with vision, preparation and planning it’s possible for young people with a disability or Autism to thrive in the community after school. This course aims to assist participants to plan and prepare for an inclusive life after school that is personally relevant and meaningful.

Topics covered in this course

• The importance of community, belonging and an inclusive, typical pathway,

• What can be done early to build a foundation for adulthood,

• Creating a clear vision, goals and objectives for life after school,

• The importance of harnessing gifts, interests, passions and strengths,

• Exploring inclusive pathways for life after school, including valued roles, employment and civic contribution, and

• The role of support.

Who is this course for?

This course will be of value to those who are interested in exploring inclusive pathways in the community. It is available to people living in Wodonga and surrounding areas, including Albury. It is designed for family members, advocates and friends of students or young adults with an intellectual disability and/or Autism. It is applicable to those with younger children as a means of long-term preparation, students approaching the end of secondary school or individuals who have left school and are dissatisfied with the traditional options often offered.

Like more information about the course?

Attend our free information session at 1pm on Tuesday, 17th November, 2020. Those attending the information session will be given priority.

Course Dates for 2021

• Session 1: March 2nd 2021

• Session 2: March 16th 2021

• Session 3: March 30th 2021

• Session 4: April 20th 2021

• Session 5: May 4th 2021

• Session 6: May 18th 2021

Session times:

10.30am-12.30pm AEST (Zoom Meetings will opens at 10.25am). You will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Course Cost

Concession - $120.00 plus GST per family. Tickets are only available to unpaid family members, advocates and friends of people with intellectual disability or Autism. Course cost includes: six sessions, workbook and handouts.

REGISTER NOW

Bookings close for the information session on Thursday 12th, November, 2020.

Email info@belongingmatters.org

Phone Belonging Matters on 03 9739 8333.

https://www.belongingmatters.org/

Like a ConneXtions Mentor?

There is an extra cost for a mentor. If you would like to arrange a mentor to assist you with implementing the learning and outcomes of realising a life after school and/or your NDIS goals , please fill in the below expression of interest form. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to email pathways@conneXtions.org.au and or phone Toni Reeves at ConneXtions on 02 60242460.

An Expression of Interest for a ConneXtions mentor must be completed before the 2nd February 2021.