Dr. Andy Persch | Unlocking employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Health and Human Science Matters by CSU College of Health and Human Sciences

Episode notes

Dr. Andy Persch, associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Occupational Therapy and director of the Transition, Employment, and Technology Lab, speaks to Matt and Avery about his research focused on improving the transition to adulthood and employment among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He also discusses the Vocational Fit Assessment and VocFit.com created in partnership with colleague, Dr. Dennis Cleary, a tool to help inform job placement and customized employment decision-making.

Learn more about Dr. Persch on his bio page!

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