Educational Courses
After high school, there are many ways to keep learning. You might go to college, take job training, or try short online courses. You can explore these ideas by yourself or with your family, teachers, or transition team.
These programs can help you:
College Programs
Job Training Programs
Short Online Courses
Help Paying For School
You can use this page in different ways depending on your interests and needs. Choose one of the paths below to start exploring.
Learn about college programs that welcome students with disabilities and help you plan your next steps.
Find hands-on programs that teach skills you can use in real jobs.
Take short online lessons to practice money skills, health, daily living, and speaking up for yourself.
Learn about ways to pay for college or training, including supports for students with disabilities.
Many students with disabilities continue their learning after high school through college and university programs. These resources help you and your family understand what is available and how to plan.
Learn how college can work for you.
Think College provides planning tools, a program search, and real stories from students and families. You can learn about inclusive college options, campus supports, and steps to get ready for higher education.
Simple tools to organize your next steps after high school.
College planning tools can help you think about what you want to study, which supports you need, and how to stay on track. Use them on your own or with your family, school counselor, or transition team.
Vocational and technical programs help students learn specific job skills in areas such as healthcare, information technology, construction, manufacturing, and many other fields. These options can be part of high school, community programs, or post-secondary training.
Programs that teach skills for in-demand careers
Prepare for your future with a diploma or degree program at CTC or HACC. Flexible services provide Pennsylvania students with affordable education and training options.
Discover training programs and work preparation services in your community.
PA CareerLink helps youth and job seekers explore training programs, build resumes, and connect with employers across Pennsylvania. Youth with disabilities can work with staff to identify training options that match their interests and goals.
Short online courses and learning modules can help you build important life skills at your own pace. Many can be used by students on their own or together with families and educators.
You can look for courses in areas like:
Money management and financial literacy
Self-advocacy and decision making
Health and wellness
Daily living and community participation
After you explore education options and courses, think about what feels like the best fit for you. You do not need to decide everything right away. Small steps can help you move forward.
Use what you discover here to explore careers that match your interests and skills.
Visit Career Exploration Resources to learn about jobs and workplaces Talk with your team about how education and training connect to your career goals
Go to Career Exploration Resources
Share your goals with family, teachers, counselors, and other support team members so everyone understands the steps that matter most to you.
Talk with Your Transition Team
Discover additional programs, services, tools, and community supports that can help you stay organized and keep moving toward your education goals.
Explore Transitional Resources