Burkhart Center Transition Academy Vocational Skills Training

Help Burkhart Students with Autism Gain Skills for Employment Success

Young people with autism spectrum disorder and their families often struggle with the transition to life after high school.

With your generosity, we can help ease this transition by providing robust vocational and job skills training through Texas Tech University's Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research.

This training helps students to discover their strengths, develop resumes and portfolios, prepare for job interviews, experience hands-on internships, understand workplace etiquette, gain time management skills and foster a solid work ethic.

Upon completing our program, these young adults will be equipped with the skills and confidence to pursue competitive employment opportunities. Holding a job instills a deep sense of fulfillment and belonging, enhancing the lives of these individuals as they contribute meaningfully to our community. For parents, this transformation brings peace of mind, knowing that their child is embarking on a successful and independent life journey.

The vocational and job skills training will be offered through the Burkhart Center's Transition Academy, which works to meet the needs of young adults 18 to 30 years of age who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and aspire to be competitively employed. The Transition Academy is a non-residential program emphasizing job and social skills that lead to productive, dignified employment as well as life skills that enrich overall life.