UW-Whitewater LIFE Program
Areas of Instruction
The UW-Whitewater LIFE Basic Program will include instruction in the following areas:
- Functional Academics
- Employment Skills
- Independent Living Skills
- Social Skills
- Leisure Skills
- Safety
- Self-Advocacy
- Disability Awareness
- Literacy
EXAMPLES OF CURRICULUM CONTENT:
- Communication/Relationships/Social Skills – Friendships, dating, strangers, email, phone calls, first impressions, conflict resolution, journals, newsletter
- Current Events/Safety Skills – Signs, fire, tornado, 911, internet, first aid
- Daily Living Skills – Nutrition, grocery shopping, meal prep, proper storage, laundry, cleaning, calendars, schedules, appointments, hygiene, fitness and recreational activities, applied instruction in residence hall and community
- Self-Advocacy/Self-Determination – Strengths & challenges, asking for help, advocating for needs, understanding disability & impact on various areas of life
- Employment Skills/Career Development – Employment goals, resume, applications, interview skills, job etiquette, job shadowing, applied instruction on campus and in community
- Functional Academics – Budgeting, checking account, money/debit/credit, savings, tipping, measurements, addressing an envelope
- University Coursework – Many options including exercise walking, archery, swimming, tennis, badminton, weight lifting, and other areas aligned with student interests. Lots of engagement with traditional undergraduate students.
