College Matters Florida

One way to help students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) succeed in their college and career endeavors is to provide training and support to secondary staff working with transition-aged students and professionals providing services in college. Think College, in collaboration with the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities, created two self-paced learning modules for these groups. Numerous resources have been included throughout each module.

This infographic provides a picture of inclusive postsecondary education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Florida. It shares information on scholarships, a map and contact information for 19 inclusive college programs across Florida, and some answers to common questions families and students ask. It was created by the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities and is available in English and Spanish.

The College Matters Florida Promising Practices series is a collection of stories that showcase innovation in promoting postsecondary education for students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in Florida. 

#1 Implementing an Inclusive Transition Club that Promotes Postsecondary Education for Youth with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities: Lessons Learned from Wakulla High School

#2 Using a Closed Facebook Group to Engage Families in Discussions about Postsecondary Education: Lessons Learned from the Parent Support Network