Think Beach

California State University, Long Beach

6300 E. State University Dr., Suite 104
Long Beach, CA 90815

Think Beach is an inclusive college program for young adults with an intellectual disability (ID). Think Beach is a two-year, four-semester program that includes college coursework, weekly independent living skills workshops, vocational experiences, person-centered planning, and peer mentorship. This program will prepare students for successful employment and community integration in adulthood. Think Beach students are included in many aspects of college life, including CSULB classes, campus clubs and activities, on-campus jobs, and the Student Wellness and Recreation Center. Think Beach takes a holistic, person-centered, strengths-based approach to supporting students as they work to achieve their goals and dreams.

CONTACT INFO

Program Contact:	Kristin Powers
Program Contact Email:	CED-ThinkBeach@csulb.edu
Program Phone:	562-985-4991
Program Website:	www.cpace.csulb.edu/courses/think-beach

GENERAL

Public or Private:	Public
Type of School:	4 Year College or University
Size of School:	Large (>15,000)
Length of Program:	2 Year
Accepts out-of-state students?	No
Type of Postsecondary Education Program:	Integrated/Immersive Inclusion → full participation in all aspects of campus with coordinated supports
Residential Living Component:	No
Walkability & Bikeability of College and Surrounding Community:	Walk Score
Public Transportation Available:	Public Transportation to/around community Campus Shuttle Bike Access Access Services
Number of Students in Program:	5
Number of Students Per Cohort:	4
When do new cohorts begin?	Fall, Spring
Types of disabilities who are/may be represented in this program, but are not limited to:	Intellectual Developmental Identify as Neurodiverse Autism Down Syndrome Cerebral Palsy Turner Syndrome Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Angelman Syndrome Expressive Language Disorder Fragile X Syndrome IsoDicentric 15 Landau-Kleener Syndrome Learning Disabilities Phenylketonuria Prader-Willi Syndrome Epilepsy or Seizure Disorder Tourette Syndrome Traumatic Brain Injury Williams Syndrome Non-specified Learning Differences

REQUIREMENTS

Age Requirements:	18 - 28
Is a high school diploma required?	No
Deadline for Application:	February 1
Criteria for Admission:
Supports that are provided:	Vocational Academic Independent Living Social Other
Program serves only students who have exited the K-12 system?	No

ACCEPTANCE, RETENTION, AND COMPLETION RATES

Acceptance rate for the most recent fall term:	90%
Retention rate for first year students from the previous academic year to the current one:	88%
Admitted applicants with these skills are commonly seen, but are not prerequisites. Students will have the opportunity to develop them directly during the program.
Minimum requirements for the program

COST

Average Total Program Cost (Tuition, Student Fees, Housing, Room and Board, Books/Materials, Program Fees):	$3,980 per semester
Is this a federally funded TPSID Program?	No
Out of pocket expenses for the program can be funded in the following ways:	DOR Regional Center Self-Pay
Average Out-of-Pocket Fees:	$0

ACADEMICS

Approximate percentage of all courses taken by students in the program that are inclusive:	100%
Do all students in this program enroll in at least one inclusive college/university course for credit or audit each quarter/semester?	Yes
University courses are for:	Mix of 3 (based on student preference or need)
Course Access:	Options for C/NC or grade Agreement with course faculty Academic plan Support with scheduling and enrollment Individual course support (e.g. tutoring, in-class support) Liaison with course faculty Aligned with individual interest/PCP
Credential(s) or certificate(s) students earn upon completing the program:	Certificate in Integrated Career Studies
Is this credential/certificate approved by the college/university?
Students in the program have access to the following campus-wide services:	Student health center Student disability services Gym Computer labs Campus clubs Wellness Center Pantry Tutoring Center Career Center Identity Center University Events

EMPLOYMENT

Percentage of students in this program have paid work while attending the program:	~50%
Other career development activities include:	Resume writing Interview skills Job shadow Soft skills (e.g., communication) Job coaching Volunteer opportunities Advocacy in the workplace setting Internships (on-campus) Career Goal Setting Career Connected Courses Apprenticeships Microenterprises
Percentage of students in this program that had paid work after exiting the program:
Resources offered to students:	Technology/Laptops Tutoring Technology Support
Program Partnerships:	Department of Rehabilitation Campus Career Services Campus Career Fairs Regional Centers
External Supports Partnerships:	Peer mentors On campus supports, ie: best buddies Intramural Sports Special Olympics Regional Services Support

HOUSING / MEALS

Are residential living skills a component of this program?	No
Housing Options:	No
Are life skills a component of this program?	Yes
Housing is provided and arranged for students?	No
Are students able to live and work over the summer in the housing?	No
Are campus meal plans available?	No
Are on campus food options available?	Yes
Is there a food pantry on campus?	Yes

EXTRACURRICULAR / CAMPUS LIFE

Students can participate in student organizations and/or clubs on campus:	Yes
Students may participate in the following extracurricular activities:	Clubs Sports Affinity Groups Attend sporting and other campus events Access to campus Gym/Fitness center Independent activities outside the program Faith Communities Campus Museums Garden Spaces Concerts Signature Campus Events Alumni Events
Supports available to students in evenings and weekends:	N/A