Uniquely Abled Academy for Autistic Adults
DESCRIPTION
The community college manufacturing training program specifically designed for high-functioning autistic adults is moving forward for summer 2025. It will be a 12-week, full-time program at De Anza College in Cupertino, tentatively scheduled from July 7 - Sept 26. We plan on having a class size of 10 students. While we had hoped to get a direct grant to pay for the program, at this time we will need to rely on individuals to bring their own funding (through DOR, Regional Center, or self-funding). Cost for the class is $17k. If not already connected to DOR or a Regional Center, we will work with students to get them connected to assess their eligibility.
The program is focused on getting students employed in a full-time career as a CNC (computer numerically controlled) operator. While this program is new to the Bay Area, it is a well-established model at a number of locations throughout the US.
- If you're interested in getting updates about the program, please fill out the interest survey here.
OPEN HOUSE
We’re also holding an Open House to talk about the program and for you to see the facility.
- March 26 (Wednesday), 7pm - 8pm
- De Anza College (21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino)
- Building E2, Room E25. Park in parking lot E (no parking fee required)
- Map
- Overview of the program, machining & manufacturing. Tour of machine shop. Demo.
- We will have representatives there to talk about DOR, Regional Center or self-funding.
- See attached flyer for more details on the Open House.
CNC CAREERS
If not familiar with what a CNC operator does, you can learn more about this career in the following videos.
- Description of CNC operator (4 min)
- Description of what a CNC operator does (6 min)
COMPANIES
And if you're a company that might be interested in hiring any future graduates, fill out the company interest survey here.
Typical criteria to participate in the Academy
The community college manufacturing training program specifically designed for high-functioning autistic adults is moving forward for summer 2025. It will be a 12-week, full-time program at De Anza College in Cupertino, tentatively scheduled from July 7 - Sept 26. We plan on having a class size of 10 students. While we had hoped to get a direct grant to pay for the program, at this time we will need to rely on individuals to bring their own funding (through DOR, Regional Center, or self-funding). Cost for the class is $17k. If not already connected to DOR or a Regional Center, we will work with students to get them connected to assess their eligibility.
The program is focused on getting students employed in a full-time career as a CNC (computer numerically controlled) operator. While this program is new to the Bay Area, it is a well-established model at a number of locations throughout the US.
- If you're interested in getting updates about the program, please fill out the interest survey here.
OPEN HOUSE
We’re also holding an Open House to talk about the program and for you to see the facility.
- March 26 (Wednesday), 7pm - 8pm
- De Anza College (21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino)
- Building E2, Room E25. Park in parking lot E (no parking fee required)
- Map
- Overview of the program, machining & manufacturing. Tour of machine shop. Demo.
- We will have representatives there to talk about DOR, Regional Center or self-funding.
- See attached flyer for more details on the Open House.
CNC CAREERS
If not familiar with what a CNC operator does, you can learn more about this career in the following videos.
- Description of CNC operator (4 min)
- Description of what a CNC operator does (6 min)
COMPANIES
And if you're a company that might be interested in hiring any future graduates, fill out the company interest survey here.
Typical criteria to participate in the Academy
- Participants must be 18 years or older by the end of the academy.
- High School graduate or GED recipient.
- Ability to demonstrate basic Algebra and English skills. (Skills assessment may be required through ACT WorkKeys).
- Available to participate Monday-Friday (up to 8 hours a day).
- Be comfortable working with machinery and in an industrial environment.
- Have a positive attitude!
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