There is a growing awareness of a natural range of neurodiversity among human beings. However, what gets lost among the feel good talking points about neurodiversity acceptance is the continuing need for people who are neurodivergent to fit themselves into schools and workplaces that weren’t designed for them. Self-advocacy, the act of neurodivergent people speaking […]
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity to develop immediately usable skills for developing your own career and promoting increased job satisfaction for staff you manage. In community with other program managers, we […]
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a 6 session series designed to strengthen a group of Supported Employment Providers through coaching/mentoring to skillfully gather Person-Centered Employment Planning information to assist job seekers in obtaining Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) that fits their skills and desired needs. Join Debra McLean and David Murahashi over six online sessions […]
In this session we will have a brief introduction to the creative small publishing format known as a zine (pronounced zeen). We’ll discuss how zines can be a useful medium for presenting important information that may otherwise be difficult to discuss verbally. We’ll also look at a format for creating zines that does not require […]
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a 6 session series designed to strengthen a group of Supported Employment Providers through coaching/mentoring to skillfully gather Person-Centered Employment Planning information to assist job seekers in obtaining Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) that fits their skills and desired needs. This Course Series is now approved for CESP Continuing Education […]
The Wise Online Academy 200 Series has been ACRE approved as Professional level for Achievement in Employment Services with an emphasis in Customized Employment! Wise now offers the only ACRE endorsed Professional Customized Employment Training in the U.S. The WOA 200 Series is an advanced level training program, which will provide an intensive course of […]
Have you ever struggled to find the perfect job placement? Or, have you thought you found the perfect placement just for it all to fall apart? Join Jeff Akin, an employer and organizational leadership expert, as he describes the nuances of understanding employer’s needs and helping to ensure the work culture is supportive of the […]
The Wise Online Academy 200 Series has been ACRE approved as Professional level for Achievement in Employment Services with an emphasis in Customized Employment! Wise now offers the only ACRE endorsed Professional Customized Employment Training in the U.S. The WOA 200 Series is an advanced level training program, which will provide an intensive course of study guided by a professional mentor and participation in student cohorts. Participants will learn and network with employment professionals from around the U.S. throughout the 6-month program. The program is intended for employment professionals who have some experience and training in the field and wish to continue to develop their skills to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to gain employment and become contributing members of their communities. Program Logistics: The series is offered in 3 sequential 6-week courses Coursework is a mix of live Class and Cohort sessions, on-demand modules, and assignments to be completed outside of class. Participant commitment is about 15 hours per month.
The Wise Online Academy 200 Series has been ACRE approved as Professional level for Achievement in Employment Services with an emphasis in Customized Employment! Wise now offers the only ACRE endorsed Professional Customized Employment Training in the U.S. The WOA 200 Series is an advanced level training program, which will provide an intensive course of study guided by a professional mentor and participation in student cohorts. Participants will learn and network with employment professionals from around the U.S. throughout the 6-month program. The program is intended for employment professionals who have some experience and training in the field and wish to continue to develop their skills to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to gain employment and become contributing members of their communities. Program Logistics: The series is offered in 3 sequential 6-week courses Coursework is a mix of live Class and Cohort sessions, on-demand modules, and assignments to be completed outside of class. Participant commitment is about 15 hours per month.
In our rapidly evolving world, the importance of accessibility cannot be overstated. Join us for an empowering two-part series where attendees will learn valuable insights and practical approaches to fostering accessibility and promoting a culture of inclusion. Using real-world examples, we will explore how coaching techniques can identify barriers and challenges to create actionable strategies […]
