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Prosper Advantage: Job Search Essentials is designed to help neurodivergent adults build the foundational skills and confidence needed to find, apply for, and secure meaningful employment. By focusing on topics like resume writing, cover letter creation, job searching, and interview preparation, this course helps participants develop real-world job readiness skills that promote independence and self-advocacy in the workplace. 

Participants will:

• Create and update a professional resume that highlights their strengths and experience

• Write personalized cover letters tailored to specific employers

• Learn effective strategies for searching and applying for jobs online

• Understand interview expectations and practice professional communication

• Develop confidence in following up with employers and accepting job offers

By the end of the course, participants will feel more prepared to approach the job search process with clarity, confidence, and the practical tools needed to take the next step in their careers. They will leave with polished application materials, a stronger understanding of interview expectations, and the skills to prepare and respond effectively to common questions. This course empowers participants to navigate the hiring process with greater self-assurance and direction.

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Students with perfect attendence for the duration of this course will receive a $25 gift card upon completion.

In Social: Understanding My Community, participants learn how to create and maintain meaningful social and professional connections through goal setting, self-awareness, and community engagement. Building on the foundations from Social: Understand Me and Social: Understanding Others, this course focuses on applying behavioral health principles to real-world social goals. From feeling more comfortable making phone calls to planning a first date or joining a community group.

Students will develop personalized action plans based on their interests and aspirations, learning how to break goals into manageable steps and follow through successfully. The class also explores the connection between autism and social burnout, offering strategies for balance, cognitive reframing, and navigating setbacks in a supportive environment. Participants leave this course with a clear understanding of how to set themselves up for success in building both social and professional networks.

Participants will:

• Identify and articulate personal social and professional goals related to community involvement and connection.
• Create and follow a personalized action plan using goal-setting techniques grounded in behavioral health principles.
• Apply cognitive reframing strategies to manage anxiety, rejection, and self-doubt in social interactions.
• Recognize signs of social burnout and implement tools for self-care and sustainable engagement.
• Use personal interests and strengths to find and connect with like-minded individuals or community groups.
• Develop confidence and consistency in social follow-through, communication, and community participation.

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Students with perfect attendence for the duration of this course will receive a $25 gift card upon completion.

Budgeting Basics is designed to help neurodivergent adults build confidence and independence by learning how to manage money through simple, hands-on budgeting strategies.

By focusing on topics like budgeting principles, expense tracking, saving for goals, and preparing for unexpected costs, this course helps participants develop real-world financial skills that reduce stress and promote long-term financial stability. Through guided instruction, practical examples, and individual support, learners gain the tools to create and maintain a budget that fits their personal goals and lifestyles.

Participants will:

• Learn how to create and manage a personal budget using the envelope system

• Understand the difference between fixed, variable, and irregular expenses

• Develop strategies for tracking and adjusting spending each month

• Practice saving for both short-term and long-term goals using clear, realistic methods

• Plan for emergencies and learn how to adapt their budgets when life changes

• Build consistency and accountability through guided reflection and ongoing support

By the end of the course, participants will feel more prepared to manage their money with clarity, flexibility, and confidence. They will leave with personalized budgeting tools, a practical savings plan, and a deeper understanding of how to stay financially organized and proactive. The final four weeks of the course focus on maintaining progress through structured check-ins, peer discussions, and individualized coaching to reinforce strong financial habits and long-term success.

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Students with perfect attendence for the duration of this course will receive a $25 gift card upon completion.

Feeling confident in your community is an important part of independent living.

Navigating Your Community is a supportive 6-week course for adults who want to build skills for getting around, accessing resources, and participating more fully in community life. Whether you want to become more independent, explore new opportunities, or feel more comfortable in public settings, this course can help.

Participants will learn practical skills such as:

• Using transportation options
• Planning trips
• Finding local resources
• Exploring recreation and volunteer opportunities
• Using safety and self-advocacy strategies in everyday situations

Sessions include discussion, guided activities, demonstrations, and real-world tools that can be used right away.

This course is autism-friendly, welcoming, and supportive of different learning styles. Participants will leave with greater confidence, stronger community living skills, and a personalized plan for accessing the people, places, and resources that support their goals.

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Work: Mapping Your Career Path is designed to help neurodivergent adults gain clarity, direction, and confidence in their career journeys.

By focusing on topics like career exploration, goal setting, networking, mentorship, and professional growth, this course helps participants develop real-world skills that promote independence and long-term career development.

Participants will:

• Define what a career path is and explore different types of movement within industries, including upward and lateral opportunities

• Identify personal job preferences and align them with long-term career goals through guided reflection and planning activities

• Learn how to build and expand professional networks by understanding degrees of connection and practicing networking strategies

• Explore the value of mentorship, identify a potential mentor, and practice outreach and communication skills

• Create a short-term employment goal that reflects their interests, strengths, and aspirations

By the end of the course, participants will feel more prepared to take intentional steps toward meaningful employment and long-term career fulfillment. They will leave with a personalized career plan, increased self-awareness, and practical strategies for building connections and pursuing opportunities that align with their goals. This course empowers participants to take ownership of their professional journeys with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

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Prosper Advantage: Job Search Essentials is designed to help neurodivergent adults build the foundational skills and confidence needed to find, apply for, and secure meaningful employment. By focusing on topics like resume writing, cover letter creation, job searching, and interview preparation, this course helps participants develop real-world job readiness skills that promote independence and self-advocacy in the workplace. 

Participants will:

• Create and update a professional resume that highlights their strengths and experience

• Write personalized cover letters tailored to specific employers

• Learn effective strategies for searching and applying for jobs online

• Understand interview expectations and practice professional communication

• Develop confidence in following up with employers and accepting job offers

By the end of the course, participants will feel more prepared to approach the job search process with clarity, confidence, and the practical tools needed to take the next step in their careers. They will leave with polished application materials, a stronger understanding of interview expectations, and the skills to prepare and respond effectively to common questions. This course empowers participants to navigate the hiring process with greater self-assurance and direction.