The Vanguard Transition Center's career development and transition services prepare students to function as adults to the best of their ability. IEPs are transition-driven and a results-oriented process. Students are offered opportunities for on-campus work and off-campus employment experiences in the community and preparation for post-secondary education. The focus is on teaching social skills and transferable work skills that can be used in adult life.

Community-Based Vocational Training
The Community-Based Vocational Training (CBVT) program is designed to provide a positive beginning in the world of work for members of our Vanguard Transition Center. It serves students having a range of abilities who need personalized support exploring potential careers, pursuing challenging work experiences, maintaining employment and seeking job advancement in their communities. 

The CBVT is a cooperative effort between The Vanguard Transition Center and our community-based business partners:

• Brandy Wine Valley SPCA
• Old Navy
• Main line YMCA
• Berks County Books
• United Sports
• Fairfield Inn
• Forge Hill Farms
• Eastern University
• Clean Logic
• Phoenixville YMCA
• Boscov’s
• Elmwood Park Zoo
• United States Liability Insurance (USLI)
• Walgreen’s
• White Horse Village
• Ohana Farm
• Highland Orchards
• Snap Pizza
• Habitat for Humanity- ReStore

For more information about becoming a CBVT partner, contact Donna Mazzella, Vocational and Transition Coordinator, at domazzella@vanguardschool-pa.org or 610.296.6700 x145.