Resources
The following resources are provided for educational purposes and have been carefully selected to help individuals, families, students, attorneys, and professionals access reliable information related to career planning, disability services, transition planning, employment, education, and community supports.
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O*NET Online
Official occupational database with detailed career descriptions, work activities, salary data, skills, education levels, and employment outlook information.
Website: https://www.onetonline.org
My Next Move
Career exploration tool that helps users identify careers based on interests, industries, and work preferences.
Website: https://www.mynextmove.org
CareerOneStop
U.S. Department of Labor career resource center with tools for career exploration, training, resume building, and job searching.
Website: https://www.careeronestop.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Bureau of Labor Statistics resource containing national wage, growth, and occupational outlook data.
Website: https://www.bls.gov/ooh
Apprenticeship.gov
National apprenticeship database and career training resource.
Website: https://www.apprenticeship.gov
FloridaJobs.org
Florida workforce and employment resource center.
Website: https://www.floridajobs.org
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Step Up For Students
Florida scholarship program and educational support marketplace.
Website: https://www.stepupforstudents.org
Understood.org
Parent-friendly educational and learning support resources for ADHD, dyslexia, executive functioning, and learning differences.
Website: https://www.understood.org
PACER Center
Special education advocacy, transition planning, and disability-related educational resources.
Website: https://www.pacer.org
National Technical Assistance Center on Transition (NTACT)
Transition planning resources for students with disabilities.
Website: https://transitionta.org
College Board
College planning, SAT information, and postsecondary preparation resources.
Website: https://www.collegeboard.org
Khan Academy
Free online educational courses and learning supports.
Website: https://www.khanacademy.org
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Family Network on Disabilities
Florida-based family support and disability advocacy organization.
Website: https://fndusa.org
Parent to Parent USA
Family support and peer mentoring resource.
Website: https://www.p2pusa.org
Wrightslaw
Special education law and advocacy information.
Website: https://www.wrightslaw.com
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Autism Speaks
Resources related to autism services, transition planning, employment, and family support.
Website: https://www.autismspeaks.org
Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
Research-based autism resources for students, families, and professionals.
Website: https://researchautism.org
The Arc
Advocacy and support organization for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Website: https://thearc.org
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Autistic-led advocacy organization focused on neurodiversity and self-advocacy.
Website: https://autisticadvocacy.org
Center for Parent Information & Resources
National resource center for special education and disability supports.
Website: https://www.parentcenterhub.org
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Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)
State agency assisting individuals with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, or maintaining employment.
Website: https://www.rehabworks.org
Florida Division of Blind Services (DBS)
Employment and independent living services for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Website: https://dbs.fldoe.org
Social Security Administration (SSA)
Information regarding SSI, SSDI, disability benefits, work incentives, and employment supports.
Website: https://www.ssa.gov
Ticket to Work
SSA employment support program for individuals receiving disability benefits.
Website: https://choosework.ssa.gov
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
Free workplace accommodation guidance for employees and employers.
Website: https://askjan.org
ADA National Network
Information and technical assistance regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Website: https://adata.org
Disability Rights Florida
Protection and advocacy organization for individuals with disabilities in Florida.
Website: https://disabilityrightsflorida.org
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Centers for Independent Living (CILs)
Community-based organizations supporting independent living for individuals with disabilities.
Website: https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/centers-independent-living
Easterseals
Services supporting disability inclusion, employment, independent living, and community participation.
Website: https://www.easterseals.com
United Spinal Association
Independent living and accessibility resources.
Website: https://unitedspinal.org
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Indeed
National job search platform.
Website: https://www.indeed.com
LinkedIn
Professional networking and employment platform.
Website: https://www.linkedin.com
Glassdoor
Career research, salary comparison, and employer review platform.
Website: https://www.glassdoor.com
USAJobs
Federal government employment opportunities.
Website: https://www.usajobs.gov
Employ Florida
Florida statewide workforce and job-search system.
Website: https://www.employflorida.com
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Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Federal financial aid information and FAFSA applications.
Website: https://studentaid.gov
Scholarships.com
Scholarship search engine for students.
Website: https://www.scholarships.com
Fastweb
Scholarship and college planning resource.
Website: https://www.fastweb.com
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AbleData
Assistive technology product information.
Website: https://abledata.acl.gov
Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)
Assistive technology education and resources.
Website: https://www.atia.org
National Center on Accessible Educational Materials (AEM)
Accessible learning material resources for students with disabilities.
Website: https://aem.cast.org
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential emotional support and crisis intervention.
Website: https://988lifeline.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Mental health education, advocacy, and support resources.
Website: https://www.nami.org
Mental Health America
Mental health education, screening tools, and support resources.
Website: https://mhanational.org
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
Official immigration forms, policies, and case processing information.
Website: https://www.uscis.gov
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)
Immigration court and legal orientation resources.
Website: https://www.justice.gov/eoir
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Immigration law resources and attorney directory.
Website: https://www.aila.org
Immigration Advocates Network
Nonprofit immigration legal services directory.
Website: https://www.immigrationadvocates.org
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Florida Courts Self-Help Center
Family law and legal self-help information.
Website: https://help.flcourts.gov
American Bar Association (ABA)
Legal resources and attorney information.
Website: https://www.americanbar.org
Child Welfare Information Gateway
Family, guardianship, and child welfare resources.
Website: https://www.childwelfare.gov
