Alvin Community College - STRIVE Program

The STRIVE Program consist of a 2 year college program for adults with intellectual disabilities. The program will provide vocational training with the end goal of the student obtaining a job. This is not an accredited college degree program. Upon completing the program, each student will receive a certificate of completion. Students who have completed the program will attend the graduation ceremony that is held in May.

Minimal Requirements:

• Program application
• Interview with program
• At least 3rd grade reading level and/or compensatory comprehension skills
• Basic math understanding and ability to use a calculator
• Ability to function independently for a period of time
• Can follow directions, accepts authority; no severe behavior or emotional problems
• Can handle and adapt to change; not overly stressed
• Ability to be successful in competitive employment situations
• Desire and motivation to complete a post-secondary program
• Minimum 18 years of age at the start of the program
• Must have work and/or volunteer experience
• Must have access to dependable transportation

• Other STRIVE Courses

  STRIVE STEAM

  Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math is a dynamic course designed for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities to learn basic programming skills, robot, building, digital game creation and various scientific experiments, while incorporating art and design elements.  

• STRIVE HEALTHY Living

• This class is designed for students with or developmental disabilities interested in learning and developing healthy living skills by learning to independently prepare healthy meals.  Students will also work towards obtaining their Texas Food Handler certificate. 

Location

 3110 Mustang Road
Alvin, 77511, TX

Accessible Location: Yes

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