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New Journal Article and Research Highlight Read Highlight: https://lnkd.in/eRd43cFf This Research Highlight summarizes the new journal article from the Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation: Embracing the Future: Artificial Intelligence in the Provision of Pre-Employment Transition Services to Autistic and Neurodivergent Youth. The highlights include selected findings and practical implications. #RRTC #VCURRTC #Pre-ETS #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Autism

School of Education professor Paul Wehman receives national award for career impact through rehabilitation research. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ecNz-G-Z

Everyone has a Role: Collaborative Teaming Approach to Alternative & Augmentative Communication (AAC) March 25, 2025 | 2:00 - 2:45pm ET Register Here: https://lnkd.in/ecEEuMEu This presentation will discuss implementing a school-wide collaborative teaming model to support students’ acquisition of functional communication and how to promote generalization of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) usage across school environments. Presenters will discuss the unique and overlapping roles of members of the school team in AAC modeling and the creation of opportunities for students to utilize AAC. #RRTC #VCURRTC #VCUACE #VCUAutismCenter #EarlyChildhood

Self-Employment Success Story: Faith Watch the video: https://lnkd.in/eai-x5gz Faith’s journey in business is supported by a strong network of family, friends, and mentors, providing her with the resources she needs to succeed. A long-time dreamer of becoming a fashion designer, she has launched her own venture, Faith's Fashion Designs. Faith is driven by her passion for drawing and is committed to creating inspirational designs that resonate with others. #RRTC #VCURRTC #CenterOnSelfEmployment #SuccessStory

FREE WEBCAST TOMORROW! Quality Employment Services for People with Traumatic Brain Injuries across Phases of the Vocational Rehabilitation Process Date: March 20, 2025 | Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST Register today: https://buff.ly/4kdwuUD Dr. Rumrill addresses the challenges individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) face in education and employment in this webcast. It highlights the role of support services, particularly vocational rehabilitation (VR), in helping individuals rebuild their lives. #RRTC #VCUSOE #VCURRTC #Webcast #TBI #TraumaticBrainInjury

Navigating Community Resources & Partnerships March 19, 2025 | 2:00 - 2:45pm ET Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eicYbBrr This session guides you through a list of helpful resources available to prospective business owners, entrepreneurs, and those supporting small-business owners or providing self-employment services. Learning how to navigate the resources in your community will shape your social capital, collaboration opportunities, and service in relation to all-things self-employment. #RRTC #VCURRTC #VCUSOE #CenterOnSelfEmployment

Congratulations to Franklin County and Ferrum College’s Start on Success program! Students are thriving in high-quality, paid work-based internships during high school. https://lnkd.in/dPE3F-7m Virginia is implementing this program within school divisions across the state in collaboration with the Center on Transition Innovations, the Virginia Department of Education, and the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). For more information about Virginia Commonwealth's Start on Success program, visit https://lnkd.in/ec35NF4G #StartOnSuccess #WorkBasedLearning #RRTC #VCURRTC #CenterOnTransitionInnovations

?? Spread the Word About Pre-ETS! Help students and families learn about Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)! These services, provided through Virginia’s Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), help students with disabilities (starting at age 14) explore careers, gain workplace readiness skills, and prepare for life after high school. Not sure how to start the conversation? Use this Pre-ETS Discussion Script to guide your discussion with students and families about the benefits of Pre-ETS. The script walks you through how to introduce Pre-ETS, explain the five key services, and help students take the next steps toward their future goals. ?? Download the script and start the conversation today! https://buff.ly/zkiP4aM #VCURRTC #RRTC #PreETS #DARS

SUCCESS! In 2016, Daman launched a Yelp-like review platform called AbiliTrek to address the information gap on accommodations in public spaces. AbiliTrek fostered a safe and enjoyable travel experience for people with disabilities. Check out Daman Wandke's success story: https://buff.ly/Rg6A9QC

WEBCAST ALERT! Quality Employment Services for People with Traumatic Brain Injuries across Phases of the Vocational Rehabilitation Process Date: March 20, 2025 | Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm Eest Register today: https://buff.ly/4kdwuUD Dr. Rumrill addresses the challenges individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) face in education and employment in this webcast. It highlights the role of support services, particularly vocational rehabilitation (VR), in helping individuals rebuild their lives. #RRTC #VCUSOE #VCURRTC #Webcast #TBI #TraumaticBrainInjury