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Promoting school to work transition for students with emotional/behavioral disorders
Susan M Nochajski1, Jo A Schweitzer1
1Occupational Therapy Program, Department of Rehabilitation Science, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA.
Work (Reading, Mass.)
|November 29, 2013
Summary
This study developed a program to help students with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD) transition to work. The model shows promise, with 30% of participants achieving competitive employment.
Area of Science:
- Special Education
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Transition Services
Background:
- Students with disabilities, particularly those with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD), face significant challenges in transitioning from high school to adult occupations.
- Employment outcomes for students with EBD are notably less favorable compared to the general student population.
Observation:
- A model demonstration project was implemented to create a program facilitating school-to-work transitions for students with EBD.
- The project involved 47 students aged 14-19 diagnosed with disruptive personality disorders, predominantly white males.
Findings:
- The four-phase program included school-based learning, community involvement, paid supported work experience, and competitive employment with follow-up.
- Upon project completion, 30% of participants secured competitive employment. Notably, 81% of students who completed the supported work experience phase successfully retained employment for at least one year.
Implications:
- The developed School to Work Transition Program model demonstrates potential for improving transition outcomes for students with EBD.
- Further research is recommended to evaluate the overall model's effectiveness and the impact of its individual components.
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