CBTP is a Diversified Occupations program for students 18-21 years of age who have been identified as having one or a variety of disabilities. The program combines the expertise of Special Education and Career & Technical Education staff to provide participants job and life skills training, and whenever possible, job placement.
5 Major Areas of Instruction
- Job Skills Development
- Job Search & Job Retention
- Functional Academic Skills
- Leadership, Self-Development, Self Advocacy
- Life & Social Skills
5 Goals of Work-Based Learning
- Enhance motivation & functional academic achievement
- Increase personal & social competence related to work in general
- Gain a broad understanding of an occupation or industry
- Experience career exploration & planning
- Gain skills related to particular occupations as well as related work competencies
For more information, please contact any of the following:
John Goebel, Special Education Assistant Director, 253.571.1145
Catherine R. Sanderson, Special Education Transition Specialist, 253.571.1394
Carolyn Devereaux, Special Education Site Coordinator, 253.571.1026
Edie Pelham, Special Education Site Coordinator, 253.571.1009
Loren Melton, World of Work Teacher, 253.571-1091