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EDUCATORS RESOURCES

Resources for General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, CTE and WBL Teachers, and Guidance Counselors

The CDOS Commencement Credentialing process takes many educators working together so that the student can meet the requirements.  This section offers CDOS related resources for each group. 
Please refer to general CDOS information that will apply to all educator groups.

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EDUCATOR RESOURCES

GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESOURCES

Check out this section for how regular education teachers will work together with others to assist students obtaining a CDOS Commencement Credential

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESOURCES

This section will provide special education teachers with a variety or resources they will use to assist students throughout the CDOS Commenecement Credential process.

CTE/WBL TEACHER RESOURCES

Resources for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teachers and Work Based Learning Teachers will find resources specific to CDOS processes in their areas of expertise.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR RESOURCES

Guidance Counselors often are responsible for tracking student progress towards CDOS Commencement Credentials.  These resources are designed to aid guidance counselors in streamlining this task.

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 CDOS RESOURCES

There are certain documents that all educators will benefit from being familiar with and will refer to often.  You can find these document in this section.

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 GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESOURCES

NYSED CDOS DESCRIPTION

This links to the information available from the NYSED website related to the CDOS Commencement Credentialing process.

CDOS PROCESS

This document offers step-by-step tasks that educators will assist students with so they complete the CDOS commencement Credntial requirements.

CDOS LEARNING STANDARDS

NYSED CDOS Learning Standards are presented in brief form along with descriptions on meeting each of the standards. for complete descriptions, go to http://www.p12.nysed.gov/cte/cdlearn/documents/cdoslea.pdf

ATTAINING A CDOS CREDENTIAL

Offers basic information, in chart form,  to educators about what must be done throughout the high school years to attain a CDOS Commencement Credential.

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GENERAL EDUCATOR RESOURCES

CDOS Resources for teachers in general education classrooms

MULTIPLE PATHWAYS

This NYSED website provides information  on the differences between a High School diploma and High School Exiting Credentials.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES (CDOS) RESOURCE GUIDE

This NYSED Resource is extensive (340 pages!) and

http://www.p12.nysed.gov/cte/cdlearn/cdosresourceguide.html can be found at .  There is a section, entitled CDOS Crosswalk (http://www.p12.nysed.gov/cte/cdlearn/) that offers information with how the CDOS Learning Standards are aligned with the following NYS Regents Examinations:

  • English/Language Arts

  • Living Environment

  • Global History and Geography

  • United States History and Government

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESOURCES

Information to assist you with the CDOS Process

PLANNING FOR CDOS

Planning for CDOS describes the NYSED Resource Career Development Occupational Studies Resource Guide with Core Curriculum and links to this resource.

CDOS LEARNING STANDARDS (FULL DESCRIPTION)

This version of the CDOS Learning Standards provides complete description of each Learning Standard and associated key ideas.  Very helpful!

EVIDENCE OF ATTAINMENT OF THE CDOS COMMENCEMENT CREDENTIAL

This chart is designed to assist teachers and students in documenting evidence of course work and work-based learning experiences,  A very helpful tool.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESOURCES CONTINUED

CAREER PLAN

A career Plan is a required document for a CDSO Commencement Credential.   A student will complete this plan over time with a knowledgeable  adult assisting.  The questions will assist a student in defining their career interests and make plans to gain skills for that career.

EMPLOYABILITY PROFILE

The Employability Profile is a required document for attaining a CDOS Commencement Credential.  A student will, over time, complete the activities on the profile with supporting adults,

TRACKING PROGRESS SAMPLE

Each district will have procedures for tracking progress towards a CDOS Commencement Credential.  The form used by the Hammond Central School District is attached as a sample.

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STUDENT FOLDER COVER

Attached is a sample of a cover used for a student's CDOS Folder.  Feel free to modify this Cover Page to meet the needs of your district.

SETTING A STUDENT UP IN CAREER ZONE

Career Zone is a service of NYSED.  Students will log in to the Career Zone system and create an account.  Career Zone is deigned to assist a student with refining their search for a career that matches their skills and interests.

DCDT FAST FACTS

The Council on Exceptional Children's Division of Career Development and Transition (DCDT) offers up-to-date and comprehensive information a a variety of topics related to CDOS.

NTACT JUST IN TIME

Just in Time worksheets were created by the National Technical Assistance Center on Transition (NTACT) to provide guidance and timelines for educators serving students in the transition process.

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CTE AND WBL TEACHERS RESOURCES

An integral part of the CDOS Commencement Credential

Career and Technical (CTE) educators and Work-Based Learning (WBL) educators play a significant role in meeting requirements necessary for receiving a CDOS Commencement Credential.  Please review general CDOS information throughout this website as the resources in this section as very specific to the tasks required by CTE and WBL educators.

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CTE AND WBL TEACHER RESOURCES

CTE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER

Provides information about the NYSED Technical Assistance Center and how to contact them, if needed.

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WORK-BASED LEARNING PROGRAMS

Provides a description of various work-based learning opportunities that students take take advantage of to met the requirements for a CDOS Commencement Credential.

SAMPLE WBL GUIDE

Salmon River Central School District offers a comprehensive Community Based Work Experience Program guide book.  Feel free to use this resources as a basis for your school's WBL program.

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CONTINUED

CBWED DAILY EVALUATION

A daily rating sheet for ten performance skills needed to complete a job.  Rates students in the following areas:

  • Attendance

  • Workplace Apprearance/Hygiene

  • Takes Initiative

  • Quality of Work

  • Knowledge of Workplace

  • Response to Supervision

  • Communication Skills

  • Solves Probems and Makes Decisions

  • Cooperates with Others

  • Health and Safety

Provides space for notes and recommendations.

ROLE OF THE WBL COORDINATOR

Power Point Presentation:  The Role of the 21st Century Work-Based Learning Coordinator and Sustaining Advisory Boards presented by Susan Gubing of CareerSmarts.  Provides detailed information on what a WBL Coordinator needs to do to create and amintain a successful porgram.  Offers links to other resources.

COMPETENCIES FOR A WBL PROGRAM

Power Point Presentation:  Competencies Needed for Creating and Coordinating a Quality Work-Based Learning Program presented by Sue Gubing of CareerSmarts.  Offers step-by-step information for development of WBL programs.

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GUIDANCE COUNSELOR RESOURCES

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR RESPONSIBILITIES FOR STUDENTS EARNING A CDOS COMMENCEMENT CREDENTIAL

Offer activities that a guidance counselor will do to assist a students in completing the requirements for their CDOS Commencement Credential.

CDOS COMMENCEMENT CREDENTIAL PROCESS

A chart that covers the CDOS Commencement Credential Process including requirements and responsibilities to ensure a students has met all the requirements.

CDOS COMMENCEMENT CREDENTIAL LOG

A checklist form that documents all CDOS requirements have been met by a student to be signed by the school administer and places in the student's file.

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