New resource: Getting young people with disabilities ready for study and work: A guide for parents
Monday, June 18, 2012 at 2:16PM 
The National Disability Coordination Officer Program are pleased to promote the latest in the “Get Ready” range of resources - Getting young people with disabilities ready for study and work: A guide for parents. This resource aims to support parents and carers of young people with disability through the process of transition from high school into post-secondary education, training and work.
The resource was developed from evidence from research and best practice. Across the country over 120 NDCOs, parents, educators and other stakeholders contributed to the design and development of the resource and we extend our thanks to those who gave their time and expertise.
The Guide, including a range of supplementary factsheets, includes comprehensive content on topics such as:
- top ten tips for parents and carers;
- explanation of the transition process and elements of good transition planning;
- advice on the positive roles parents can play during transition, navigating their changing parental roles during the process, overcoming common transition barriers; and working constructively with professionals involved;
- overall description of post-school pathways, how to access disability support and where to find more information; and
- facts on disability and privacy rights and responsibilities of young people with a disability.
The Guide, and the 13 supplementary fact sheets, are all available for free download from our website at www.uws.edu.au/ndco/getreadytoptips - check it out today!
