WDC- About WDC

Recognizing the need to ensure better employment and training services to persons with disabilities, the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County has pursued funding, developed programs and created local and national system linkages to assist persons with disabilities seeking work.
Underemployed and unemployed persons with disabilities represent a significant potential contribution to the workforce. The Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County emphasizes the importance of accessible and customized services to persons with disabilities. Of particular concern are people with "hidden" or "non-visible" disabilities.
I.	Non-Visible Disabilities What are Non-Visible Disabilities? How Common are Non-Visible Disabilities?
II.	Learning Disabilities Disability Facts What are Learning Disabilities? Definition of LD (video clip) Definition of LD (video script) To purchase the Learning from the Source video, click here.
III.	Why consider Learning Disabilities in an Employment and Training Environment? A. Washington State Washington State LD Project Washington State Report B. Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County Local Focus Local LD Program History WDC Disability Initiatives
IV.	Addressing Learning Disabilities in Employment and Training Programs A. Identification and Screening Screening Criteria to Consider Bridges to Practice Ten Standards WA State Learning Needs Screening Tool Screening Tool Explanation B. Formal Diagnosis Accommodation
V.	Training and Technical Assistance A. Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County Training Experience Summary Local Project Implementation Dept. of Labor Sites TANF/NIFL Sites Sample Training Agenda Training Resources Learning from the Source Video - Eight people with learning disabilities are profiled (video clip) *Order Form* (to purchase) *Specific Learning Disabilities:* Background and Formal Assessment and Office for Civil Rights Guidance Video *Order Form* (to purchase) B. National Institute for Literacy: Bridges to Practice Project (website links) History Training Resources
VI.	The Law Disability Legislation Summary Links for more infornation The Rehabilitation Act (RA) of 1973, Section 504 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) from the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) To go to the order form for Background, Assessment and Legal Guidance* video, click here.*

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