VFPS Advanced Training for Professionals
Welcome to the Introduction to VFPS Advanced Training for Professionals. This training is a self-paced online course for professionals seeking to provide Vocational Futures Planning and Support (VFPS) services.
Individuals who successfully complete this course will receive a VFPS Advanced Training Certificate. The completion of this certificate will be an element highlighted to VFPS funders and potential participants.
You can expect the training to take between 20 to 30 hours to complete. The training includes a blend of materials from eBooks, manuals, examples, tools and guides, articles and other resources to help guide your understanding of Vocational Futures Planning and Support (VFPS) services. More about the training format and system requirements.
Employment and People with Physical Disabilities
This section will introduce concepts around employment for people with physical disabilities and explore current philosophies, trends, and research.
VFPS History and Philosophy
In this section, you will explore how VFPS is more of a philosophy than an employment model. Find out how VFPS services evolved and how it is different than other strategies used to connect individuals with disabilities and employment.
VFPS Program Design
Find out best practices in designing and implementing the VFPS program including staffing, funding, roles, resources, and quality assurance.
Participant and Core Team
Get detailed information on the skills and attributes necessary to lead and manage VFPS employment services.
Barriers and Assets Identification
What is it, how is it different from other assessments, why it is important
Resource Team Development & Management
This section focuses on bringing a Resource Team together with a common goal of helping the participant realize an employment dream.
VFPS Strategies
This section focuses on strategies to assist in the career planning process.
Ongoing Support to Maintain Employment
Explore ways to maintain, sustain, and evolve from successful employment to a rewarding career. Identify elements of support and funding mechanisms.
Sources of Funding for VFPS Services
Find out more about how to fund VFPS services and best practices in forming funding agreements.
Marketing VFPS services and Identifying Referrals
Now that the foundational elements are in place, learn about strategies to market your VFPS services.
Conclusion and Test
Review ways to ensure the quality and integrity of your VFPS services. Review some examples of successful VFPS participants.
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