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Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)





Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) offer students with disabilities an early start at career exploration and preparation for adult life. DVR works with students and their families, along with schools and community partners to support students with gaining knowledge. In addition, students take part in pre-employment experiences that help them to make informed decisions about their future.

Pre-ETS Brochure/Folleto
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Pre-ETS Core Services

  • Job Exploration Counseling
  • Work-Based Learning Experiences
  • Counseling on Opportunities for Enrollment in Comprehensive Transition or Post-Secondary Education Programs
  • Workplace Readiness Training to Develop Social Skills and Independent Living
  • Instruction in Self Advocacy (Including Peer Mentoring)

2026 – 2027 Pre-Employment Transition Programs

We have finalized plans for our programming for the 2026-2027 school year. For program descriptions and contact details, take a look at the document linked below.

Pre-Employment Transition Programs / Programas de transición previa al empleo
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2026 Pre-Employment Transition Services Summer Experience

The 2026 Summer Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Experience provided students ages 14–22 with hands-on opportunities to explore career interests, participate in work-based learning, develop workplace readiness skills, strengthen self-advocacy, and prepare for future success. Through engaging activities and real-world experiences, students gained valuable skills and explored possibilities for their futures. Watch our 2026 Summer Experience Highlight Video to see some of the exciting opportunities and memorable moments from this year’s program! Interested in joining us next summer? Stay tuned! The 2027 Summer Experience Program Guide and registration information will be available in Spring 2027.

2026 Summer Pre-Employment Experience Overview


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