What are Transition Services for Students?
For many students with disabilities the success of transitioning from school to adult life depends on teamwork and collaboration between the schools and community resources. As one such resource, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation works closely with local schools to assist eligible students with disabilities to identify, plan for, and achieve career goals.
Follow the link below for a brief video overview of Pre-Employment Transition Services:
Who should apply for Transition services?
Any student that has a disability that might prevent them from training for, getting, or keeping a job. Once the application is submitted, a qualified rehabilitation counselor will determine if the student is eligible for services.
What services can a student expect to receive?
Before graduation, the eligible student can expect to receive a career assessment to determine job interests and abilities, as well as guidance and counseling in determining an appropriate career goal and the services necessary to attain that goal.
All services that are planned for and provided are individualized, determined jointly by the counselor and the student, and directly related to a specific career goal.
After graduation, services vary depending upon the student's individual goals and needs, however, the focus remains on acquiring the skills necessary to get a job, job development, job placement, and follow-up.
To reach the Transition Services Branch directly, please use the following email:
OVRTSB@ky.gov
Additional Resources
Ten Things Students With Disabilites Need To Know About Vocational Rehabilitation
Go Grad: Graduate School Success for Students with Disabilities
Resource Guide for Parents of Students with Disabilities
Community Work Transition Program Website
Office of Disability Employment Policy: Youth in Transition
Resource for Parents with Children and Youth with Disabilities
Financial Literacy Handbook for All Life Stages
Ways to Pay for College
How to Get a Degree Without Debt
Pre-Employment Transition Services Flyer
Workers With Disabilites and the ADA
Financial Assistance Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
Vehicle Modifications and Insurance for Drivers with Disabilities (A Guide)
Last updated: February 2025