Compensatory Education Special education programs for mentally handicapped adults are provided in the community and in institutions. These programs provide literacy, community living and pre-vocational skill development learning activities. There is no registration fee. Program English as a Second Language is designed for adults who want to learn the English language skills necessary to function effectively in an English-speaking environment. The HRD Program is designed to help unemployed or underemployed adults find satisfying work and consists of classes in personal development and basic education.
Students receive individual assistance through counseling and job development.
In the personal development class, students learn how to prepare for job interviews, explore various career opportunities, and increase their self-confidence by identifying their own interests, work skills, and values. In the basic education class, students review math, reading and grammar, and learn to apply these skills to everyday life. Each student receives individual counseling for assistance in developing his or her job plans. Students are referred to job openings according to their interests and skills. A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon successful completion of the program.