Assistive Soft Skills and Employment Training (ASSET) Curriculum

The Assistive Soft Skills and Employment Training (ASSET) curriculum is a 15-session program designed to help youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build workplace and interpersonal skills. The presentation series covers self-advocacy, communication, teamwork, networking, problem solving, professionalism, organization, stress management, emotional regulation, workplace relationships, and digital identity. A facilitator training manual and participant handout booklet provide lesson plans, activities, practice exercises, reflection questions, and materials to support delivery of the full program.

This material is associated with the Disability Innovation Fund (DIF), Career Advancement Initiative Model Demonstration Program (ALN 84.421C)