Workshops
AccessAbility, in partnership with Vocational Rehabilitation, is excited to provide classroom-style workshops for students with disabilities aged 13-21 years old. Our workshops focus on self-advocacy-related concepts and the importance of advocating for oneself as a student and after High School. Our team of workshop facilitators offers an experience that educates, empowers, and entertains students. Workshops can be customized and adjusted to accommodate learning styles and topics relevant to the needs of the students.

OTHER WORKSHOPS OFFERED THROUGH ACCESSABILITY
*Indicates workshops that can be conducted on an individual level through our Independent Living Skills training sessions. Contact eblume@abilitysc.org for more information.
*Grief
Has your life recently changed? Something unexpected has happened, and now you are moving forward?
You are now a person with a disability, caring for someone with a disability, or about to have a child with
a disability. This workshop can help you in your transition. Sign up for our Grief to Acceptance workshop.
IEP Workshop
Are you the parent of a child with a disability and need help understanding the Individual Education
Program (IEP) process? It’s important for you to know your child’s rights to effectively advocate for
their educational needs. This workshop is for you. We can also teach the student to
complete or participate fully in presenting their own IEP. These are decisions about you, and you need to
participate in the planning of your future.
*Hard Skills
Do you need help learning about banking, prepping for a job interview, or creating a resume? This
workshop addresses skills that are often missing and teaches how to attain them.
Integrity Workshop
This workshop focuses on creating a personal standard for you. It focuses on understanding your core
values and creating a personal contract with yourself to live up to your self-proclaimed standards. Through
this, you will learn about accountability, values, & building your support network.
*Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media
Learning to navigate the internet can be very confusing. This workshop focuses on
acceptable behavior when interacting on social media.
*Manners
Do you feel unsure of your social responses when interacting with others? You don’t understand what is expected
of you and how to respond when interacting with people in everyday situations such as your teacher, boss,
colleagues, service people and friends? The Manners Workshop teaches you what the societal norms are when
interacting with people and helps you understand why they are important and expected.
*Self-Advocacy
Empowering individuals to navigate their life, education, and career. This workshop sheds light and develops skills to activate workplace and community participation.
Communication
Become a better communicator and advocate for yourself at home, school, work, and community.
*Soft Skills: Elementary, Intermediate, & Advanced
Ready to join the workforce? Increase your skills in the most identified area employers are looking for: Soft Skills. This involves socialization and communication skills.
*Conflict Resolution
Navigating interpersonal challenges. Gain practical skills to foster understanding, communication, and collaboration in various aspects of your life. We also learn how to handle bullying behavior.
*Peer Mentoring
Identifying obtainable short-term goals to prepare for long-term success. Persevering towards achievement. Building goals for independent living skills.
*Self-Care
Prioritize your well-being. Discover personalized strategies to enhance your physical and mental health, empowering you to maintain a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
*Stop, Look & Listen
A dynamic experience for individuals with disabilities. Develop heightened awareness, communication techniques, and mindfulness practices to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and resilience.
My Possibilities
Unlock your potential. This initiative empowers you to explore and pursue your unique talents and passions, fostering personal growth and fulfillment.
*Work Readiness
The foundation of work readiness with an advanced look at job preparedness.
*Mock Interview
Practice interview skills through one-on-one interviewing and group-oriented engagement.
*Financial Literacy
Covering spending, money management, and the importance of banking skills when starting a career.
Post-Secondary Counseling
Aiding students in building post-secondary portfolios.
Teaching students to self-identify their academic and functional needs and strengths.
Explore interests and preferences.
Discuss post-secondary options.
Career Exploration: Doorways to Your Future
Hospitality
Food and Beverage
Kitting
Warehouse Manufacturing