GOALS Program at Columbus State University

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The GOALS Program at Columbus State University is a two-year inclusive certificate program that provides a college experience for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The GOALS Program at Columbus State University is a two-year certificate program that provides a college experience for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Typical applicants are tho

se who received special education services for a developmental disability (i.e., intellectual disability) through most of their K-12 schooling and have graduated high school with an alternative diploma (i.e., special education diploma, certificate of attendance, etc.). Using a person-centered planning process, GOALS provides students with developmental disabilities the opportunity to set and work toward their personal post-secondary goals as a foundation for active, lifelong career and community participation. The GOALS Program at CSU represents an inclusive, university-based program built upon the four principles of personal advocacy, career development, health education, and civic engagement. Students complete 36 credit hours of inclusive and program-specific courses, along with work-related internships that are designed to support the academic and personal leadership development of students. Students accepted into the GOALS Program at CSU are those who meet the following minimal requirements to assure they will benefit from the program:

*Be a graduate of an accredited high school and served under IDEA
*3rd grade reading level preferred
*Knowledge of basic mathematics and ability to use a calculator
*Ability to function independently for a sustained period of time
*No significant behavioral or emotional problems that would impact school performance
*Potential to be successful in competitive employment situations
*Understanding of college and motivation to complete a college program
*Strongly recommended that applicant be on an active Vocational Rehabilitation caseload
*Have a willingness to complete all academic assignments with support

04/03/2023

Learn about College and the GOALS program at CSU at the Summer Bridge. Now accepting applications
https://columbusstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a635OPKnmiYMMmO

04/03/2023

Countdown to Graduation...May 12, 2023!!!!

04/27/2022

We all love the GOALS’ peer mentors!!

03/03/2022

Thank you for showing us how to get the job we want!!

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03/02/2022

Baking something sweet! We have found our new passion!

12/08/2021

Congratulations to the GOALS Program 2021 Graduate, Brad!!

08/16/2021

Welcome Back Cougars!!
Here's to a Safe and Healthy Year!!!

06/17/2021

Hello Friends and Family!! Do not forget about Friday’s event! Come join us for the Georgia Storytelling Roadshow at Pacelli School Practice Field.

Treasure Maps is a pop-up, interactive, outdoor theatre taking place in six cities across Georgia.. and GUESS WHAT ITS COMING TO COLUMBUS GA!! Come join us for a family-style picnic at Pacelli HS’s practice field from 7:30PM-10:00PM. This event will be an outdoor movie that features several community members with developmental disabilities who will tell their story. There will be food trucks and music, so come share the afternoon with us!! 😊

——> 2020 Kay Circle, Columbus Ga 31907
——> gates open at 7:30PM and show at 9PM

06/08/2021

05/04/2021

We really enjoyed our dessert tasting during our social event last week. What’s your favorite dessert?!? 🍨 🍩 🧁

04/20/2021

It’s EMPLOYEE HIGHLIGHT WEEK!! Everyone please welcome Samantha De Costa. She is one of our new mentors. She is majoring in Special Education at Columbus State University. Once she graduates her wish is to become a 1st - 2nd grade self contained classroom teacher. She plans to graduate in 2022. She loves spending time with family and friends during her free time. Samantha we are so excited to welcome you to our team!! 😊

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Telephone

+17065651428

Website

https://te.columbusstate.edu/goals.php

Address

4225 University Avenue
Columbus, GA
31907

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm