Adult Training Programs

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Adult training programs receive funding from several sources and provide prevocational and vocational skills training for individuals with disabilities. Currently there are 2 adult training facilities in Jacksonville, 1 in Jonesboro , 1 in Benton and 1 in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Services include:

• Evaluation
• Vocational training
  which is provided in a real work environment
• Professional counseling
• Work opportunities
  including job placement in the private sector

• Habilitation training
• Protective and socio-legal services
• Active day treatment for severely involved individuals who reside in Intermediate Care Facilities
• Referral to other agencies when necessary.

Referral sources include Developmental Disabilities Services, Rehabilitation Services, Veterans Administration, and Intermediate Care Facilities.

Simple assembly-line contracts are secured from businesses in the area. Trainees are paid on a piece-rate basis. Competitive employment in the community is pursued upon successful completion of the training program.