The School-to-Work Transition Guide provides clear, up-to-date information about the process of supporting Illinois students with disabilities in their transition from school to work. Created by the Illinois Transition Study Group, a collaborative effort of representatives from the Illinois Center for Transition and Work, Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services, and numerous Illinois school districts. Target audience: students, parents/guardians, teachers, school administrators, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and other school-based and adult-services providers.

New Updates! (effective Nov 2025)

• Updated name & definitions for IDHS/DRS Pre-Employment Career Training (PECT) Program (formerly known as STEP - Secondary Transitional Experience Program)  
• Updated name & definitions for IDHS/DRS Early Start Pre-Employment Career Training Program (formerly known as the Fast Track Program)