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Minnesota State Academies for the Deaf and Blind (MSA) - Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf

Resource Name:Minnesota State Academies for the Deaf and Blind (MSA) - Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf

School to Adult Life Transition

address

615 Olof Hanson Dr, Faribault, MN 55021

Site Service Area

Minnesota State Academies

Other Information

Specialization

  • Blind or visually impaired
  • Disabilities
  • Deaf or hard-of-hearing
Coordinated activities are provided to students to teach the knowledge and skills needed for post-school activities. This can include such things as employment, further education and training, community experiences or living independently. MORE INFORMATION Transition program is designed to prepare students to make a smooth transition from the world of school to adulthood. Transition related and special activities and programs include:
  • Academic support
  • Career readiness and work experience
  • Independence and living skills
  • Community involvement

Last Update

05/21/2026

More Information

Prepares students for employment, independent living and post-secondary education and training Transition program consists of: * Consumer education: - Rational buying decisions - Decision making - Rights and responsibility - Financial decisions * Work experience: - Career inforomation - Job application and resume writing - Job shadowing - Self-advocacy regarding accommodations and requesting an interpreter * Careers - Develop education and career goals - Communication skills - Critical thinking

Providing organization

Minnesota State Academies for the Deaf and Blind (MSA)