Los Angeles Unified School District Center for Advanced Transition Services Program
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Center for Advanced Transition Services (CATS) Program provides transition services that help students develop academic, vocational, and independent living skills. The program serves students ages 19-22 with moderate to severe disabilities on the alternate curriculum. Opportunities are provided both on campus and in the community; students also participate in community college classes. It provides course offerings in such areas as:
- Technology
- Reading, Writing, Math
- Life Skills
- Self-Advocacy
- Employability Skills
CATS offers classes at the following locations:
- East Los Angeles College
- Los Angeles Harbor Colleges
- Los Angeles Trade-Technical College
- Los Angeles Mission College
- Pierce College
- West Los Angeles College
Housing: No housing is offered through this program.
Duration: The High School Certificate of Completion is a two year course of study.
Eligibility:
- Students are required to have a current Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- Be at least 19 years of age by September of enrollment year
- Be willing to make a two year commitment to participate
- Have a developing support network
- Have completed 4 year of high school and:
Non-diploma track
Teacher Recommendation
Regular Attendance
Participated in work experience
Vocational classes
Travel in the community independently
Application:
- Students complete application from their comprehensive high schools.
- Students’ level of independence to travel to and from home to the college, participate in community college classes and participate in work experience on and off campus is evaluated through a series of interviews and forms.
Credit, Degree or Award: Certificate
Course Types: Independent living skills, Specialized vocational training for students with disabilities, Mobility training
Volunteer opportunities, Internships & Employment: Paid work, Off Campus employment, On Campus employment
Please inquire with program staff for detailed information regarding associated costs and fees (i.e. Tuition, Application, Books, and Miscellaneous).
Tuition Fees: No
Comments:
Please inquire with program staff for detailed information regarding associated costs and fees (i.e. Tuition, Application, Books, and Miscellaneous).
Transition services for Students exiting the program:
Assistance is provided in career counseling, job placement and connecting with adult agencies/service providers.