NCRTM
@RSA_NCRTM

The NCRTM is the Rehabilitation Services Administration’s (RSA) central repository for training resources in vocational rehabilitation.

 Falls Church, Virginia
ncrtm.ed.gov
Joined February 2015
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Explore the Employment Readiness Skills Training Curriculum, a 15-session program from DIF Project STEMM-UP, designed to build job readiness among youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Check out the full curriculum today! ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
Employment Readiness Skills Training Curriculum

ALT Employment Readiness Skills Training Curriculum
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BRIDGE CT is a Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) project designed to help schools support students with disabilities as they get ready for life after high school. Each month, we are spotlighting DIF grantees and their impactful work! Check out BRIDGE CT's website to learn more: portal.ct.gov/ads/knowledge-…
Building Resilience Independence Dignity Growth and Empowerment (BRIDGE) CT is a five-year grant designed to help schools support students with disabilities as they get ready for life after high school. The project also connects families to helpful resources, training, and support.

ALT Building Resilience Independence Dignity Growth and Empowerment (BRIDGE) CT is a five-year grant designed to help schools support students with disabilities as they get ready for life after high school. The project also connects families to helpful resources, training, and support.

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Workers, employers, and workforce partners - be sure to check out the U.S. Department of Labor's Make Work Pay Hub. This dedicated resource highlights tools and information related to wages, benefits, career advancement, and other factors that can help make employment financially worthwhile. ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
Make Work Pay from the U.S. Department of Labor is a dedicated source for resources to help workers, employers, and workforce partners understand strategies that support employment and financial stability.

ALT Make Work Pay from the U.S. Department of Labor is a dedicated source for resources to help workers, employers, and workforce partners understand strategies that support employment and financial stability.

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The effects of Long COVID can impact both personal and professional opportunities without the right supports in place. DIF grantee @CareerHorizonsProject has released a guide: Navigating Long COVID Together: Support Tips for Families & Professionals. This resource offers strategies to support symptom management, pacing, communication, mental health, caregiving responsibilities, and changing support needs over time with Long COVID. ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
This resource offers strategies to address changing support needs for those experiencing Long COVID.

ALT This resource offers strategies to address changing support needs for those experiencing Long COVID.
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"Once I learned about peer support, I loved it. I told myself I want to do something like this. This is not the end for me, I want to keep going further." These are the words of Irving Daniel, a #VocRehab participant from Oregon. After struggling with alcoholism, Irving knew he needed stability and a fresh start. Check out how Oregon VR made a difference in his story: ytimedia.org/view/0_y0pmlpbd…
After struggling with addiction, Irving found employment success through Oregon VR

ALT After struggling with addiction, Irving found employment success through Oregon VR
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Connecticut Pathways to Integrated Employment (CTPIE), has released the Employment Success Takes a Team Flowchart. This resource overviews the roles and collaboration of jobseekers, families, service providers, and rehabilitation professionals in supporting competitive integrated employment, fair wages, and long-term success. Explore the resource today! ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
Explore how jobseekers, families, service providers, and rehabilitation professionals work together to help achieve long-term employment success.

ALT Explore how jobseekers, families, service providers, and rehabilitation professionals work together to help achieve long-term employment success.
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What can vocational rehabilitation services make possible? Read Kelsi’s success story from Ohio and learn how VR support helped her move toward her employment goals. Read the story and see the impact of VR services: rsa.ed.gov/success-stories/o…
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Upcoming Event: Oct. 27, 12 p.m. EST: Join Different By Design: Become a Stronger Advocate for Team-based Services That Work for Transition-Age Youth Diagnosed with Serious Mental Health Conditions. Designed for providers, this presentation will overview research, insights, and introduce a new guidance tool for implementing TAY service structures. Register: ncrtm.ed.gov/events/differen…
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What does career advancement look like for participants of #VocRehab? This Evaluation Brief from Nebraska VR shares three participant stories from the Career Pathways Advancement Project 2.0, highlighting their education and career journeys, the supports they received, and the challenges they navigated along the way. Read more: ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
Participant Stories Nebraska VR Career Pathways Advancement Project 2.0

ALT Participant Stories Nebraska VR Career Pathways Advancement Project 2.0

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This #NDEAM, we're highlighting the great work of the Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) projects. Over 70 DIF projects have been funded, providing businesses and job seekers with disabilities with innovative employment programs across the country. Want to understand the full scope of this work? Check out our infographic, Powerful Projects with Economic Impact: ncrtm.ed.gov/sites/default/f…
History of rehabilitation act beginning in 1973, through today where there are over 70 DIF projects and $750 million invested in building talent

ALT History of rehabilitation act beginning in 1973, through today where there are over 70 DIF projects and $750 million invested in building talent
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There are many Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) developed projects across the country designed to help people with disabilities thrive in employment and contribute to the economy. NCRTM's DIF Interactive Map provides a nationwide view of all active DIF projects. Check out each project’s intent, goals, and success stories. ncrtm.ed.gov/dif/map-of-proj… #NDEAM
DIF interactive map

ALT DIF interactive map
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October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month! Did you know you can filter the NCRTM library by disability focus? We have a wide range of resources for individuals with learning disabilities, their family members, and professionals. Explore the NCRTM today: ncrtm.ed.gov/library?library…
Did You Know? The NCRTM Library allows you to filter resources by topic and disability focus!

ALT Did You Know? The NCRTM Library allows you to filter resources by topic and disability focus!
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Don't miss this! Oct. 21, 2PM EST: @VCU's Rehabilitation Research and Training Center is hosting their webinar: Strengthening Transition Outcomes: The Administrator's Role in Pre-ETS Implementation. While transition specialists coordinate day-to-day services, school administrators hold the key to removing barriers and creating real access. Register today: ncrtm.ed.gov/events/strength…
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New episode alert! The latest VRTAC Manager Minute explores how VR leaders can move beyond simply filling vacancies to building a stronger, more sustainable workforce. Tune in for insights on recruiting, developing, and retaining the next generation of VR professionals. Listen now! managerminutevrtac-qw.libsyn…

Manager Minute-brought to you by the VR Technical Assistance Center:...

VR doesn’t just have a vacancy problem. It has a pipeline problem. What if the answer to VR’s workforce shortage isn’t simply filling the next vacancy? Across the country, VR agencies are competing...

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! This year's theme is Celebrating Value and Talent. People with disabilities contribute to the economic success of our country on local, state, and national levels. During #NDEAM, we're highlighting resources and perspectives that showcase the great contributions of workers with disabilities and the programs that support them.
celebrating value and talent national disability employment awareness month

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Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation’s Career Pathways Advancement Project 2.0 has published their latest evaluation brief detailing preliminary participant outcomes including: employment status, wages, hours worked, employer-provided health benefits, and sources of financial support. These results are also compared with targeted performance measures through 2028. Read now! ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
Check out information on the project’s employment status, wages, hours worked, employer-provided health benefits, and sources of financial support.

ALT Check out information on the project’s employment status, wages, hours worked, employer-provided health benefits, and sources of financial support.
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Illinois Pathways to Partnerships Project (IP2P) is a Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) project designed to improve transition outcomes, competitive integrated employment (CIE), and independent living outcomes for students with disabilities ages 10- 24 across the state of Illinois. Each month, we are spotlighting DIF grantees and their impactful work! Check out the IP2P website to learn more: iirer.ahs.illinois.edu/ippp/
Illinois Pathways to Partnerships Project (IP2P) is a five-year grant designed to improve transition outcomes, competitive integrated employment (CIE), and independent living outcomes for students with disabilities ages 10- 24 across the state of Illinois.

ALT Illinois Pathways to Partnerships Project (IP2P) is a five-year grant designed to improve transition outcomes, competitive integrated employment (CIE), and independent living outcomes for students with disabilities ages 10- 24 across the state of Illinois.
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We are nearing the end of National Workforce Development Month! As we close out our promotion of helpful workforce development resources, we are spotlighting Registered Apprenticeship Academy! This online course provides foundational knowledge on apprenticeships and steps for starting, joining, or expanding one of these programs! Learn more: apprenticeship.gov/registere…
workforce development month resource spotlight: registered apprenticeship academy

ALT workforce development month resource spotlight: registered apprenticeship academy
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This week, we're celebrating the International Week of the Deaf! (September 21 - 27). The contributions of Deaf people and those with hearing loss should be recognized. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the correct definitions of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind with Florida VR's helpful video: piped.video/vf0oNh5p3BA?si=LwrM…

Introduction to People who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

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Are you looking for a more coordinated approach to job development? The Job Development Communication Plan from CTPIE is a person-centered tool that helps job seekers, families, vocational rehabilitation professionals, employment providers and other partners clarify roles, streamline communication and stay aligned throughout the job search. Check it out! ncrtm.ed.gov/library/detail/…
Clarify roles, establish communication expectations, and document shared strategies to support an informed job search process.

ALT Clarify roles, establish communication expectations, and document shared strategies to support an informed job search process.
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