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Program Curriculum

OPTIONS offers a variety of courses that emphasize the foundational academic skills and training that are needed for college life, consumer life, and the workplace. In tandem with this, they are designed to enhance and challenge students’ understandings of their learning disabilities, learning styles, and strengths and weaknesses.

Semesterly course offerings are determined by the needs of our students and the availability of our team.

Course Catalogue (by subject):

Business & Economics

  • Business 107: Consumer Economics
  • Business 108: Economics
  • Business 109: Personal Finance

College Readiness

  • CR 101: College Strategies
  • CR 102: College Support
  • CR 103: Math Support

Computer Information Systems

  • CIS 205: Computer Information Systems
  • CIS 206: Presentation Graphics
  • CIS 205A: Computer Information Systems
  • CIS 206A: Presentation Graphics

English

  • English 120: Language Arts
  • English 130: Writing for Work
  • English 135: Composition
  • English 330: Everyday Writing
  • English 238R: Reading Comprehension
  • English 238W: Writing Skill Development

Extension Services

  • EXT 301: Life Management
  • EXT 302: Automobile Ownership
  • EXT 304: Grocery Shopping Management
  • EXT 305: Nutrition Forum
  • EXT 310: Fiscal Management
  • EXT 312: Advisement
  • EXT 330: Guided Leisure
  • EXT 331: Community Access

Independent Living Services

  • IND 101: Independent Living
  • IND 102: Cooking & Chores
  • IND 103: Recreation
  • IND 104: Study Hours

Vocational Coursework

  • VOC 114: Lawn Care and Maintenance
  • VOC 118: Employment Strategies
  • VOC 119: Employment Portfolio Development
  • VOC 120: Career Explorations and Research
  • VOC 125: Job Social Skills
  • VOC 130: Interview Basics
  • VOC 202: Customer Service Seminar
  • VOC 204: Critical Thinking and Ethics in the Workplace
  • VOC 210: Vocational Support

Mathematics

  • Math 104: Individualized Math Instruction
  • Math 110: Practical Math & Critical Thinking
  • Math 210: Practical Math

Physical Education

  • PED 100: Physical Education
  • PED 102: OPTIONS Fun In Training

Social Sciences

  • SS 101: Health Education
  • SS 104: Current Events
  • SS 106: Systems Management Seminar (SMS)
  • SS 110: Community Integration
  • SS 201: Transition Seminar
  • SS 208: Individual Support
  • SS 213: Mobility Training
  • SS 215: Medication Management

Speech and Language

  • SPLA 100: Group Speech Support
  • SPLA 121: Individual Communication
  • SPLA 138: Interpersonal Communication

Each semester is structured to provide our students with the academic and practical skills that they will need for future successes. We are always excited to watch them grow toward independence.