LANCASTER, PA — More Pennsylvania students with disabilities are gaining access to job training, college pathways, and career support as the state proposes new funding to expand workforce programs.
What This Means for You
- More Job Opportunities: Students with disabilities are gaining paid work experience that often leads to employment.
- Expanded Support Services: Proposed funding would increase access to assistive technology and transition programs.
- Stronger Workforce Pipeline: Employers benefit from trained workers while building more inclusive workplaces.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry is proposing a $1 million increase in funding for its Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, a program that helps individuals with disabilities prepare for employment and education after high school.
The program provides services such as job coaching, assistive technology, and transition support—tools that help individuals overcome barriers to employment and live more independently.
How the Program Works
Students participate in paid, work-based learning experiences with local employers, allowing them to build real-world skills while still in school.
The program also offers pathways to higher education by connecting students to college courses and campus experiences, including partnerships with Harrisburg Area Community College…