Person Centered Planning

Students will work with INST staff to develop a person-centered plan that outlines their future career and independent living goals, interests, and strengths. The plan will be created using the PATH tool. Each student will complete a PATH during their first and final academic year to support the transition into and out of college.

Each student’s person-centered plan will be used to guide their college experience, including aiding in the selection of their academic cores, clubs/organizations, internship experiences, and other professional development activities. 

During students’ meetings with INST Staff, their PATH will be used to identify, follow, and assess self-identified goals. These goals will support a student’s growth in their self-advocacy and self-determination skills. Throughout a student’s progression through the INST program, their goals are reviewed and updated accordingly.