Modules Overview
"Inclusive Higher Education in Colorado: Self-Paced Modules" is a five part series to help you feel more competent and comfortable talking to students with intellectual disabilities (ID) about college as a post-graduation option. These are intended for families, teachers, or anyone else who wants to learn more about college options for students with ID in Colorado.
We are able to provide a certificate of completion that you can submit for professional development, if it meets the requirements of your school district or license.
Modules in this series:
- Module 1: Students with Intellectual Disabilities in College, 0.75 hours
- Module 2: History and Comparison of Disability Services in Colorado, 0.5 hours
- Module 3: Colleges in Colorado Offering Inclusive Higher Education, 0.75 hours
- Module 4: Preparing ALL students for College, 1 hour
- Module 5: You Are Not Alone - Resources and partnerships for college & transition planning, 0.5 hours
If at any time you have difficulty, questions, or want to provide feedback, please contact Shayna Laing M.A., Community Engagement Manager at shayna@inclusivehighered.org.
Module 1: Students with Intellectual Disabilities in College
Learning Objectives for Module 1
- Learn about inclusive higher education as a philosophy and social justice issue
- Meet students who have taken part in inclusive college options
- Reflect on the benefits of inclusive higher education
Links to Complete Module 1
- Link to video for Module 1
- Rethinking College Film
- Google Form for Module 1
- Slides for Module 1
- Transcript for Module 1
Additional Resources for Module 1
- IN!'s blog with latest news on inclusive higher ed in Colorado and more student stories
- Think College
- Intelligent Lives film
- Book recommendation: Navigating the Transition from High School to College for Students with Disabilities, Grigal, Madaus, Dukes, Hart, 2018; ISBN 9781138934733
Module 2: History and Comparison of Disability Services in Colorado
Learning Objectives for Module 2
- Identify three important milestones and legislation that have led to individuals with disabilities enrolling in colleges across our country
- Highlight one difference between disability supports available in college versus those available and required in high school
- Name support services on college campuses for students with disabilities, including those with intellectual disabilities and those with other disabilities
- Identify which support services are best suited to students in your life
Links to Complete Module 2
- Link to video for Module 2
- Google Forms for Module: Quiz 2A, Quiz 2B
- Slides for Module 2
- Transcript for Module 2
Additional Resources for Module 2
- List of colleges (and contacts) offering inclusive and comprehensive services in Colorado
- Think College college search guide for families
- Additional case studies to help differentiate each type of service
- Senate Bill 16-196
- Higher Education Opportunity Act
Module 3: Colleges in Colorado Offering Inclusive Higher Education
Learning Objectives for Module 3
- Identify colleges in Colorado that have inclusive service offices.
- Answer common questions students and families may have about supports available in college.
- Provide a general overview of the application process and typical costs, activities, and housing options associated with each college offering inclusive higher education.
- Utilize state and national resources, as well as professional collaborations, to help you support your students’ college search.
Links to Complete Module 3
Inclusive higher education contacts in Colorado
- University of Northern Colorado - GOAL
- Arapahoe Community College - Elevate
- University of Colorado Colorado Springs - Office of Inclusive Services
Additional Resources for Module 3
- Comprehensive Higher Education Certificate example
- Financial resource page
- Think College's Questions to Ask College Service Offices
- National Association for College Admission Counseling - Step by Step College Planning and Awareness Lesson Plans
Module 4: Preparing ALL students for College
Learning Objectives for Module 4
Feel prepared to:
- Discuss college options with students and families while honoring choice
- Teach self-advocacy and other important skills for college,
- Advocate for inclusive opportunities to prepare students for future inclusion.
Links to Complete Module 4
Additional Resources for Module 4
- Getting Ready for College: Top 10 Actions to Take While in High School (by UCCS Office of Inclusive Services)
- Think College Family Resources includes IEP goals, strategies to prepare for college, college search guides, and information on the differences between high school and college
- Preparing for College: Student and Parent Panel
- Person Centered Planning: Speak Up Colorado
- Self Advocacy: ME! Lessons
- Video on authentic inclusion
Module 5: You Are Not Alone - Resources and partnerships for college & transition planning
Learning Objectives for Module 5
- Name 4 community resources adults with disabilities can utilize to support life after high school.
- For each resource
- State the first step a family needs to take to connect with the resource
- Identify the age at which a family can connect to the resource
- Describe how it is relevant to college
Links to Complete Module 5
Additional Resources for Module 5
Links to Resources
- Benefits Counseling Guide form Colorado APSE
- Colorado ABLE
- Community Centered Boards - list to find yours
- Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program)
- Medicaid Home and Community Based Services Waivers
- The Arc of Colorado chapters
Recorded Webinars
Resources in Spanish
- Información sobre opciones inclusivas en Colorado - Webpage on inclusive college options in Colorado
- Video: Preparando para ir a la Universidad - Preparing for College webinar
- Cómo buscar una universidad: preguntas que debe hacer a los programas universitarios - Conducting a college search guide
