The Vanguard School and Services

Self-Advocacy Training
Participants will develop knowledge of their learning styles, strengths, weaknesses and preferences. 

Participants will be able to...

• Identify personal strengths and areas of need
• State long-term goals, hopes, and dreams
• Make informed life decisions
• Ask for necessary workplace accommodations
   

Workplace Readiness
Workplace readiness training will teach the competencies necessary to maintain employment

Participants will be able to...

• Identify accommodations
• Understand appropriate workplace behavior
• Develop and maintain a personal resume
• Acquire a foundation for working independently
• Demonstrate effective communication 
• Display time management, organization, and problem-solving skills

Independent Living Skills 
Participants will develop skills and perform tasks related to recreation, home maintenance, personal care and community participation.

Participants will be able to...

• Understand the difference between needs and luxuries
• Understand how to plan their daily routines 
• Adapt to a work routine 
• Identify recreation, leisure, and volunteer opportunities in the community