Ready For Life Academy

Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI

Postsecondary Transition Program for People with Intellectual Disabilities Ages 18-26

PROGRAM FEATURES

  • Three or four-year collegiate experience
  • Community Living Support services for after school support, as requested

PLAN of STUDY TRACKS for RFLA @ Ferris State University

After successful completion of the program, students will earn a certificate of completion from Ready For Life and a transcript from Ferris State University.

Below is a brief description of each concentration, sample courses, and possible internship placements.

Early Education

  • Sample Courses:
    • UNIV 101 College Study Methods
    • FSUS 100 Ferris State University Seminar
    • CHOP 160 Nutrition for Healthy Living
    • ECDC 101 Intro to Early Childhood Ed
    • ECDC 112 Theories of CHild Development
    • ECDC 210 Methods and Teaching Infant and Toddler
    • ECDC 211 Methods of Teaching Preschool and School Age

    Interdisciplinary (customized course of study)

    • Sample Courses:
      • UNIV 101 College Study Methods
      • FSUS 100 Ferris State University Seminar
      • CARE 102 Career and Education Planning
      • MUSI 236 Music in Film
      • HIST 230 Michigan History
      • WGST 105 Intro to Women’s Studies
      • PHOT 101 Photography
      • TDMP 110 Intro to Digital Media

    Hospitality

    • Sample Courses:
      • UNIV 101 College Study Methods
      • FSUS 100 Ferris State University Seminar
      • COMM 101 Intro to Communication
      • CHOP 160 Nutrition for Healthy Living
      • HSMG127 Principles of Cooking and Baking
      • HSMG 226 Intl Cuisine & Culture

    CAMPUS ACTIVITIES

    As much as we all prioritize academics, a major reason to attend a post-secondary transition program on a college campus is to have students participate in the many activities offered by the school. See link below for student opportunities offered at Ferris State University.

    Center for Student Involvement – ferris.edu

    Come as you are. Join us. Invest actively in the life of the college. Explore new ideas and interests. Develop your leadership competencies. Be anchored in Hope. Working with 3,133 students is the best part of our day. Whether you have a big idea, a question or a concern, or you’re just looking …

    Please contact us at [email protected] or 616-248-3775 for more information!