Undergraduate Certificate in KU Transition to Postsecondary Education
Lawrence, USA
Certificate
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Undergraduate Certificate in KU Transition to Postsecondary Education helps students with disabilities prepare for post-high school life. It teaches self-advocacy, planning, independence and life skills. The curriculum covers managing daily responsibilities, understanding postsecondary supports, and communicating with educators and employers. The student-centered program guides goal-setting, interest exploration and resource awareness, using personalized guidance to build confidence for college, vocational training, or community programs.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue higher education, vocational training, supported employment or community-based programs. Options include postsecondary study, vocational roles, entry-level employment, or independent living pathways and access transition services, career supports or employer partnerships.
The program focuses on helping students with disabilities transition from high school to postsecondary education, work, or independent living. It provides an overview of the skills needed for success beyond high school, such as self-advocacy, planning, and independence. Students learn about available resources and develop the confidence to navigate new environments, whether it’s college, vocational training, or community programs.
The curriculum includes practical strategies for managing daily responsibilities, understanding postsecondary supports, and communicating effectively with educators and employers. The program emphasizes a student-centered approach, encouraging learners to set goals, explore their interests, and build necessary life skills. Through personalized guidance and resource awareness, students are better prepared to take on new challenges and make informed decisions about their futures. The course aims to empower students to move confidently into postsecondary settings while supporting their individuality and aspirations.
