Abstract
Preparing for Postsecondary Education in Canada as a Student with a Disability
Marie McCarron, Allyson G. Harrison, and Beth Pollock
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
The transition to postsecondary education is challenging for all students. Students are often concerned about the academic demands of postsecondary programs, independent living skills required, and loss of their current social supports, feeling overwhelmed and underprepared. This is compounded for students with disabilities by a need for accommodations and support to allow them access to the curriculum. Based on our 20 years of experience developing and implementing transition programs, we have identified four key skills required to maximize transition success: self-knowledge, self advocacy, applying advocacy skills to take action, and growth mindset. This chapter outlines these required skills and provides practical steps that can be taken to attain these abilities, illustrating the concepts through a case study. With these skills, students are better equipped to navigate the challenges presented with confidence and determination.
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