Employment Training Program - Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

Employment Training
Program (ETP)

Are you looking for help finding a job!
We have the program for you!

The Employment Training Program or “ETP” is an opportunity for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, social and communication challenges, and other learning differences. The program is open to post-secondary students looking to improve their skills in self-advocacy and communication, enthusiasm and attitude, teamwork, networking, problem-solving and critical thinking, and professionalism. Turning Pointe partners with local employment partners to provide students access to hands-on training opportunities in work settings and on-site mock training environments.

Steps

  1. Complete the Interest Form
  2. Turning Pointe Team will review the form and will reach out!

  • If you are eligible, you will be invited onsite to meet the team and begin the application process!
  • If you are ineligible or not accepted into the program, our Team will reach out to discuss your eligibility to join our Hangouts
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The ETP operates from 9:00am–2:30pm Tuesday-Thursday for a 13-week program which runs in small cohorts based on community need. Within that time students have access to employment based instruction, frequent breaks, lunch/snack breaks, mock and real world training opportunities. Fall 2023 cohort is made possible through funding from the WIOA and in partnership with the DuPage County Workforce Development Division for participants between the ages of 16-24.

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Hi. We did it!
You can, too!

Do you want to gain confidence and work skills? Do you want to find a job? Are you between the ages of 16-24? Join Turning Pointe Autism Foundation this fall for classes and build connections to a career.

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Program Dates & Times 

  • Fall Dates September 5, 2023 through December 22, 2023,
    Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Spring Dates February 6, 2024 – May 2, 2024 (no spring break),
    Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
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Is this Program Right for Me?

  • Are you between the ages of 16-24?
  • Are you interested in jumpstarting your work experience?
  • Are you looking to work up to 20 hours a week?

Testimonials

Dec 31, 2022

 

“ETP prepared my son so well, I can’t thank you enough. He is enthusiastic to go to work and comes home with a smile!”

Have Questions?

Mary Butler can help! She can be reached at
mbutler@turningpointeaf.org or call her at 630-615-6036

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  1500 West Ogden Avenue

Naperville, IL 60540

  contactus@turningpointeaf.org

   630.570.7948

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Turning Pointe Autism Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Foglia Family Adult Services is a Certified Autism Center by the IBCCES and the Adult Day Pilot is accredited by CARF.

Our organization does not discriminate in employment or the provision of educational services on the basis on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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  1500 West Ogden Avenue

Naperville, IL 60540

  contactus@turningpointaft.org

   630.570.7948

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Turning Pointe Autism Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Foglia Family Adult Services is a Certified Autism Center by the IBCCES and the Adult Day Pilot is accredited by CARF.

Our organization does not discriminate in employment or the provision of educational services on the basis on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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