Get Work Now! Getting In Gear, Distance Learning Program

Get Work Now! Getting in Gear: The Foundation of Employment Services

One of the three ACRE approved National Certificate in Employment Services Classes

Join your colleagues in a venture down the path of successful employment consultation.  Fasten those seat belts, adjust the mirrors, and ignite your passion through participation in the National Certificate in Employment Services!

Regardless of your level of experience, this course is designed to explore valuable competencies that are critical to achieving a better understanding of employment services for people with disabilities. From the early days of forced exclusion to present-day initiatives of full integration, employment efforts for people with disabilities have undergone a wide range of legal, attitudinal, and technological adjustments. With this historical context in mind, Getting in Gear exposes you to the essential principles and practices that lead to quality workforce participation for the people you serve.

These skills are achieved through a five week self-study course that will take 3-4 hours per week. It is designed to complement your current employment and its requirements can be accomplished at your office and/or your home, as well as within the community. Don’t delay- sign up now for Getting in Gear: The Foundation of Employment Services

This is one step in a series of three training programs to earn your National Certification in Employment. The individual classes that make up this certification can be taken in any order you choose and are identified as follows: 

• Getting in Gear: The Foundation of Employment Services
• Paving Your Way: The Proven Process for Successful Job Placement
• Exploring the Route: Meeting the Unique Employment Needs of Your Customers

Who should participate: 

• People with disabilities
• Family members
• Employment Consultants or Specialists
• Rehabilitation Counselors
• Transition Specialists
• Special Educators
• Supported Employment managers and staff
• Workforce Investment Center Personnel
• YOU!

Participant will Learn: 

• Learn about the philosophy and values of community.
• Develop knowledge of critical concepts like informed choice, self determination, and rights and responsibilities.
• Learn about the history and status of services in your state and how the State/Federal VR system works.
• Develop skills in getting organized, networking/phone skills, interviewing, researching, and documentation.
• Learn about legislation impacting community employment.
• Recognize best practices in community employment and transitioning youth to employment.
• Interact with the rehabilitation community and a supervisor/mentor.

ACRE is Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators