Undergraduate Certificate in Community and Career Readiness Studies
The Community and Career Readiness Studies Certificate is earned by students participating in the Providing Exceptional Education and Raising Standards (PEERS) Program.
- The PEERS Program is an inclusive postsecondary education program for students with intellectual disabilities at Boise State.
- Students in the PEERS Program are enrolled in Boise State coursework, taking PEERS specific courses pass/fail, as well as courses for credit or as audit (depending on individual student goals).
- Coursework includes required paid or unpaid job experiences, on or off campus, minimum 6 hours per week during students’ second through fourth semesters
- Open to Idaho residents and non-residents
Certificate Requirements
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to have completed high school (i.e., 12th grade) and earned a diploma, certificate of completion, certificate of attendance, etc. or another credential which recognizes the student successfully participated in K-12 education. A prospective student may apply at any time, though students can only begin the program in the fall semester. Students, and their families, are encouraged to reach out to PEERS Program staff early in the student’s transition process to discuss questions regarding admissions. Students will complete a PEERS Program application and provide a personal statement regarding their postsecondary goals and why they think the PEERS Program will help them achieve their goals. Students, and their parents/guardians if applicable, will also participate in an interview with PEERS Program staff.
Application Deadline
Submit application and admission materials well in advance to ensure that the application is complete by the deadline.
- March 1st – Fall admission only
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