Students with intellectual, developmental disabilities can register for College for Life program at JWCC

November 17, 2024 | By Muddy River News

JWCC’s College for Life program is the only one of its kind in the district and is an educational and career pathway for students with developmental disabilities. Students learn job skills through hands-on job shadowing. | Photo courtesy of John Wood Community College

QUINCY —John Wood Community College (JWCC) reently opened spring registration for the College for Life (CFL) program.

CFL provides students with intellectual or developmental disabilities an opportunity to continue their education, participate in campus life and gain skills for greater independence and community contribution. The program offers a range of non-credit courses, including practical subjects such as Self-Advocacy and Eating for Life, designed to support adult learning and personal growth.

Students ages 18 and older with an individualized education program (IEP) or similar support plan are encouraged to apply. The CFL curriculum allows students to explore courses twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays, on the Quincy campus, in classes tailored to help them develop life and work skills in a welcoming community setting.

Limited scholarships are available for students in need. For more information, prospective students and families are encouraged to contact CFL coordinator Julie Quinn at 217-641-4340 or jwcc.edu/cfl.