Pre-Employment Transition Services
(Pre-ETS)

Helping Montana’s students with disabilities get EDUCATED, CONNECTED and READY for life, work and independence!

What are Pre-Employment Transition Services?

Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) are activities that provide an early start at job exploration for students with disabilities ages 14-21 to assist with transitioning from school to postsecondary education or employment. Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services (VRBS) works with schools and other organizations across the state to deliver Pre-ETS services. Pre-ETS services focus on 

• Job Exploration Counseling, 
• Work-Based Learning Experiences, 
• Counseling on Post-Secondary Programs, 
• Workplace Readiness Training, and 
• Instruction in Self-Advocacy.

How Can I Access Pre-ETS?

To apply, students may ask their teacher or family to help schedule an appointment with the VRBS Pre-ETS Specialist or the Vocational Rehabilitation Office that serves their area.

Montana VRBS supports special projects to support youth with their transition needs. Examples are the

• Montana Youth Transitions program,
• Montana Youth Leadership Forum, and
• Movin’ On, campus experience programs at U of M and MSU-Billings.