- Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency
- Employment Programs
Employment Programs
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Kalamazoo RESA aims to promote positive employment outcomes for people with disabilities by enhancing students' employability skills and encouraging employers to recognize the value and talent that students bring to the workplace. Kalamazoo RESA currently has several employment programs in place to help meet this goal:
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Michigan Career and Technical Institute
The Michigan Career and Technical Institute conducts vocational and technical training programs and provides supportive services to prepare Michigan citizens with disabilities for competitive employment.Students may choose to enroll in one of 12 vocational training programs:
- Automotive Technology
- Cabinetmaking/Millwork
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Culinary Arts
- Custodial
- Pharmacy Technician
- Industrial Electronics
- Commercial Printing
- Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping
- Machine Technology
- Information Technology
- Retail Marketing
Learn more about Michigan Career and Technical Institute.
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Kalamazoo RESA Career Connect
Career Connect is a continuum of career education programs that empowers the next generation of learners to explore career pathways and develop real-world skills. Career & Technical Education (CTE) includes hands-on, career preparation courses that develop professional skills and offer industry experience. CTE courses are offered in Kalamazoo County high schools and are primarily designed for eleventh and twelfth grade students, with some introductory classes available in ninth and tenth grade.Learn more about Kalamazoo RESA Career Connect
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Kalamazoo RESA Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning provides students with opportunities to gain on-the-job experience and career skills through mutually beneficial employer partnerships. Students increase awareness across a broad spectrum of careers and develop critical teamwork skills to help them succeed in the world of work.Work-Based Learning experiences include:
- Job shadows
- Mock interviews
- Internships (paid and unpaid)
- Industry & talent tours
- And more