Research Article

Article Details

Citation:  Wilson, P. G., Killam, S. G., Griffiths, L., Stazio, L. C., Ellis, R. B., Esta, M., & Ukachu, A. N. (2019). Post-secondary apprenticeships for youth: Follow-up case studies. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation,, 50 (3), 279-284.
Title:  Post-secondary apprenticeships for youth: Follow-up case studies
Authors:  Wilson, P. G., Killam, S. G., Griffiths, L., Stazio, L. C., Ellis, R. B., Esta, M., & Ukachu, A. N.
Year:  2019
Journal/Publication:  Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation,
Publisher:  IOS Press
DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3233/JVR-191008
Full text:  https://content.iospress.com/articles/journal-of-vocational-rehabil...   
Peer-reviewed?  Yes
NIDILRR-funded?  Not reported

Structured abstract:

Background:  This paper uses follow-up case studies of two youths who completed the Post-Secondary Apprenticeship for Youth with disabilities (PAY Check) program to chronicle outcomes and lessons learned.
Conclusions:  The article concludes with recommendations for improving transition programs designed to promote full participation of youth with disabilities in the community as adults.

Disabilities served:  Multiple disabilities
Populations served:  Transition-age youth (14 - 24)
Transition-age students (14 - 22)
Interventions:  On-the-job training and support
Transition services
Outcomes:  Employment acquisition
Full-time employment
Part-time employment