MA Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE)
MAIPSE Overview
The Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE), formerly called the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (MAICEI), funded by the Commonwealth since 2007, provides opportunities for people with severe disabilities who are 18 to 22, to participate in an inclusive college experience.
ELIGIBILITY
Students must be from partnering school districts with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and autism and meet the following criteria;
Students must be 18–19 years old and must be eligible for special education services as documented through an Individualized Education Program (IEP);
Or
Students must be 20–21 years old, and must be eligible for special education with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) because of significant functional disabilities or transition needs;
Or
Students must be over the age of 18, must have exited high school transition services, and must wish to continue learning in an inclusive college environment with their non-disabled peers.
Students eligible for adult services may have the opportunity to receive funding from adult service agencies.
MAICEI is supported by a state-funded grant awarded to Northern Essex Community College in 2015. Our current partners are;
- Andover High School
- Haverhill High School
- Lawrence High School
- North Andover High School
MAIPSE Students Have the Opportunity to:
- Take credit and non-credit courses alongside their college peers
- Develop self-determination and self-advocacy skills
- Improve academic, social, and functional skills
- Participate in career planning, vocational skill-building activities, and community-based integrated competitive employment opportunities
MAIPSE Students Receive
- Specialized enrollment, registration and academic advising
- Community-based employment and individualized career support
- Educational Coaches and Peer Mentors
- Full access to NECC Student Clubs and Organizations, the Library, Wellness and Fitness Center, and Academic Support Services
Interested in Participating in MAIPSE?
If you are interested in participating in MAIPSE, please contact your high school Guidance Counselor or Transition Specialist to discuss your eligibility. Once approved by your transition team, a meeting will be arranged to meet with the MAIPSE coordinator at NECC.
Contact Us
Theresa Yurewicz
Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) Coordinator
Behrakis Student Services Center, SC-110
Telephone: 978-556-3646
Email: tyurewicz@necc.mass.edu
Susan Martin
Director, Center for Accessibility Resources & Services
Behrakis Student Services Center, SC-111 B
Telephone: 978-556-3647
Email: smartin@necc.mass.edu
For more information about the Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) please refer to the Mass Department of Higher Ed website.
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