Our Career Accessibility and Readiness Program at the McBurney Center supports the transition from college to career, while helping students identify, explore, and advocate for career accessibility. This program is available to students who are affiliated with the McBurney Disability Resource Center. Students interested in accessing these resources can schedule an initial appointment with our Transition Consultant. Our primary appointment topics include the following:
- Disability Disclosure: Understand how to disclose a disability in the workplace and develop strategies to communicate with colleagues and employers.
- Reasonable Work Accommodations: Learn how to engage in the interactive process of requesting reasonable work-related accommodations.
- Disability Rights: Review key protections like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act, which safeguard disability rights and promote equitable employment opportunities.
- Self-Advocacy: Develop strategies and skills for proactive, accessible workplace advocacy.
Whether you are a freshman, a senior, or a recent alumni, engaging with our Career Accessibility and Readiness Program as well as your respective career center can provide constructive guidance on transitioning from college to career. We recommend starting with both programs as soon as you begin considering your career paths and goals, whether it’s for an internship or a job. Connecting early allows you to develop an understanding of disability disclosure, workplace accommodations, and self-advocacy strategies before you enter the job market. Our services are designed to complement those offered by your school or college’s career center, so we encourage you to utilize both resources for a comprehensive approach to career preparation.
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Scheduling an Appointment
- Start by completing the Self-Referral Application
- After you’ve submitted the application, our Transition Consultant or Front Desk Staff will contact you to arrange a 60-minute initial appointment.
Please inform us in advance if you cannot attend, need to change the meeting format (in-person, video call, phone), or need to request accommodations.
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How long are Initial Appointments?
60 minutes for the initial meeting, with the option to schedule follow-up sessions.
How do I get started with the Career Accessibility and Readiness Program through the McBurney Center?
Students and recent alumni are invited to fill out a Self-Referral Application. Once submitted, our team will contact you to discuss available scheduling options.
Can recent graduates and alumni access this service?
Yes, provided they were connected with the McBurney Center.
What topics could my appointment include?
In general, we are open to discussing any topic related to fostering accessibility in your career, job, or professional environment.
- When, where, how & why to request accommodations.
- Navigating the interactive process.
- Strategies for self-disclosure.
- Identifying suitable accommodations.
- Addressing disability stigma in the workplace.
- Requirements for reasonable documentation.
- Communication strategies for accommodation requests.
- Disability rights and protections.
- Disclosure on written application materials.
- Additional resources.
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