Autism Transition Workshop

We are excited to announce the upcoming event “Bridging High School to College: Autism Transition Workshop” at Clemson University, co-sponsored by Clemson University Student Accessibility Services and SC Autism Society.  The workshop will be held on Friday, March 1, at Clemson University’s Academic Success Center building, Room 118, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Join us for a day of energetic discussion around helping college-bound students with autism successfully transition from high school to college.  We are targeting parents as well as educators and community agency professionals, including Special Education teachers, Transition Coaches, School Counselors, and School Psychologists.

Keynote speaker Dr. Brad Cox is founder of College Autism Network and professor at Florida State University. 

The day will include the keynote presentation with discussion, a hot buffet lunch, networking opportunities, and information from multiple sources.

Topics and presentations include:

• Keynote: Grabbing Hold and Letting Go: Proactive Approaches to Promoting Achievement for College Students with Autism
• Student panel of college students with ASD
• Differences between high school and college: laws, philosophies, expectations, accommodations
• Documentation guidelines and requirements
• Accommodations beyond the classroom: housing, dining, medication, campus navigation, etc.
• Assistive technology supports
• Bridging the gap - navigating the in-between spaces: dual enrollment, AP classes, applications, orientations, placement tests
• Success-focused resources on campuses
• Autism-specific enhanced programs
• Navigating the hidden social agenda in college

Space is limited, so register soon!

Registration is $35 per person and includes a hot buffet lunch and materials.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/y5tpjn6m