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VCU-RRTC-IDD Podcast Ep. 2
Premiering Oct 6th: On this episode, we talk with the principal investigator of Research Study One, Dr. Ben Schwartzman about his team's study, as he and his team are developing a combined parent and peer mentorship program to help adults with IDD connect to employment. Listeners can enjoy the podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon, and Apple Music.
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VCU-RRTC-IDD Microlearnings
These New, Free Microlearnings offers short, accessible lessons on employment-related topics for individuals with disabilities. Each session takes just 10 to 15 minutes to review and is available anytime.
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Research Study One
The Effects of Parent and Peer Mentoring on the Employment and Community Engagement Outcomes of Adults with IDD: An Intervention Efficacy, Scale-Up Study.
This study will develop and test a mentor-based, shared decision-making intervention for improving competitive integrated employment (CIE) and community outcomes for transition-age youth with IDD.
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Research Study Two
The Impact of CIE on the Lives of People with IDD: A Mixed-Methods Intervention Development Study Across Multiple Businesses
This study will Identify competitive integrated employment (CIE) aspects that enhance quality of life in employees with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
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Research Study Three
Inspiring and Preparing Disempowered Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to Pursue Technology Training and Careers: Scaling up the TECH-Prep Intervention.
This research will expand and refine a tech-prep program to increase technology-based, career focused skills in youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
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Research Study Four
Evaluating the Effects of the Career Network Intervention on Career Development Activities and CIE Outcomes of Students with IDD: An Intervention Development Study
This research will create a technical assistance and training model for college professionals to improve employment opportunities for college students with IDD.
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Research Study Five
Development of a Fidelity Scale of Supported Employment Services for Individuals with IDD: An Intervention Development Study
This research will increase the quality of supported employment services provided to people with IDD by establishing a valid and reliable scale for implementation.
