Transition Youth Program

Institute of Wholistic Empowerment (IWE) Transition Youth Services Program provides self-advocacy training, career preparation training, and work experiences for students ages 14-22 that meet eligibility for special education services through either a 504 Plan or an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) eligiblity

Customers should receive a referral from Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) to be eligible for services offered by IWE. For Transition Youth Services, there are two routes students can take. Through the Pre-ETS program, students can be referred to Vocational Rehabilitation by their school district for limited pre-employment services.

Traditional Vocational Rehabilitation customers are eligible for the full range of pre-employment services including Vocational Evaluations. To apply as a traditional customer, use the VR Office Directory to locate the VR office nearest you. Inform the VR representative that you are interested in receiving VR services and they will help you determine what to do next.