Offers to improves the quality of life of individuals by providing training, education and employment programs.

SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT assists those who have barriers to employment in obtaining and maintaining employment in the community.

DAY SERVICES is for adults with a diagnosed disability to work on their independent living skills in a stimulating and community integrated environment. Participants have opportunities to plan activities, volunteer, learn to self-advocate and have fun with a group of their peers.

**PAID SKILLS TRAINING listed separately.

Offers educational programs where students learn a marketable career skill and gain work experience to help students acquire entry level jobs after graduation or prepare for further education and training.

Programs include (but are not limited to): Automotive Technology, Computer Systems, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Metalworking, Digital Media, Fire Science, and Health Occupations.

Offers 5 transfer degree programs for undergraduates seeking full-time study or 70 degree and certificate programs for those seeking career preparation.

Community Education includes Adult Basic Ed, GED prep, ESL classes, transition programs, professional development courses and non-credit certificate programs. Provides both occupational and professional opportunities to businesses, industries, individuals, and health and government agencies through the region.

Provides assistance to out-of-school youth who are from low-income communities, have dropped out of school, and are unemployed, with providing them with, academic education, vocational skills training, personal counseling, positive peer support, leadership development, job placement and follow-up support.

Participants spend half their time in academic programming and half in learning skills in construction or urban agriculture, including building or rehabilitating housing for low-income families

Leadership development involves classes, activities, and leadership positions within the organization, providing a foundation for preparing youth to play important roles in their communities.

Offers career and technical education to high school students and adult learners.

Offers free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) classes to individuals interested in finding employment in healthcare. The two-week CNA training course covers essential skills for patient care, including healthcare basics, patient assistance, vital sign monitoring, infection control, nursing procedures, communication, safety, medical terminology, ethics, and specialized care.

Provides special education programs and diagnostic services to children with disabilities. Services include school psychology, school social work, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiological services, early childhood services, special education instruction, and vocational instructions.

Offers free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) classes to individuals interested in finding employment in healthcare. The two-week CNA training course covers essential skills for patient care, including healthcare basics, patient assistance, vital sign monitoring, infection control, nursing procedures, communication, safety, medical terminology, ethics, and specialized care.

Offers out-of-school youth an opportunity to participate in training for certificate and degree programs, which will assist in obtaining marketable skills for employment in their desired field of study. Funding provides financial assistance with tuition, books and supplies for participants who meet eligibility requirements. Many programs at Kish qualify for WIOA assistance.

A free, in-school instruction program provided directly in the classroom by Independent Living Advocates, covering a wide range of important skills and topics young adults need to succeed on the "fast track" to independence. Staff instructs students in these 5 areas (and more):

- Introduction to Self-Advocacy.

- Job Exploration Counseling.

- Counseling on Post-Secondary Education.

- Workplace Readiness Training.

- Work-Based Learning Experiences.

Provides vocational assessments, job coaching and supported employment services. In addition, support for students with disabilities pursuing post-secondary education is available.

Offers a state-wide program for students with disabilities at each school in Champaign County. Services include employers, teachers, parents, and vocational coordinators work as a team to help students become productive members of society. Students receive training in employability skills that increases job retention.

Offers assistance with completing HiSET, applying for jobs and building resumes, financial literacy classes, and career readiness classes. Call for information on current offerings.

Autism services to children and adults. Services include:

- Speech and Language Therapy.

- Adult Social Group.

- Day Vocational Training.

- Autism Resource Room (open to general public by appointment)

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provides instruction to improve the day-to-day life of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities. ABA instruction, typically offered in a one-on-one setting to meet the needs of each learner, is focused on teaching skills and decreasing behaviors that interfere with learning. Instruction focuses on an individual's learning or behavior needs, working on improving skills such as taking turns, waiting in line, interactive play with peers, joining play, and initiating and maintaining conversations.

Social Skills Camp is a 6 week summer camp designed for adolescents who are on the Autism spectrum. The camp provides educational and therapy services. Instruction and training will take place as a group and one-on-one.

Offers the following:
- Associates Degrees
- Certificates
- Technical and Vocational programs

90-day workforce development program in which participants undergo full-time education and job training, dedicating half their time to personalized high school completion and the remainder to earning industry-recognized credentials, primarily in Construction, CDL, CNA, Culinary, and Welding.