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Title VII (7) of the Rehabilitation Act and Funding Explained

This course will take a deeper look at Title VII (7) of the Rehabilitation Act as a statutory program outlined by the law and examine how Independent Living funds are distributed and received by Centers for Independent Living for programs and core services that promote Independent Living programs.

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Sections:

  • The Evolution of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VII (7)
  • Funding Independent Living Programs and CILs

Course Details:

  • 20-40 minutes
  • Great for newcomers to the Independent Living network
  • A 10-question assessment at the conclusion of the course
    • Must pass with 80% to receive a certificate of completion from the IL T&TA Center

Objectives:

Man who uses a wheelchair celebrating by pumping his arm in the air

Understand the significance of Title VII (7) of the Rehabilitation Act.

Young woman with Down syndrome listening to someone across the table from her

Explain Independent Living as a statutory program outlined by the law.

Woman sitting at a desk looking at the phone of an out-of-frame person sitting across from her

Learn how Independent Living funds are distributed.

Two people, one who has a prosthetic arm, shaking hands

Understand the requirements for all recipients of Independent Living funds.

Course Lessons

Introduction

Lessons

Welcome!

Section 1: The Evolution of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VII (7)

Section 1 explores how the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 laid the foundation for disability rights in the U.S. and how the addition of Title VII (7) in 1978 expanded its scope to promote independent living and consumer-controlled services.

Lessons

What is the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? Timeline of Major Amendments and Developments The Addition of Title VII (7) in 1978 Part A – General Provisions Part B – Independent Living Services Part C – Centers for Independent Living (CILs) Section 1 Reflect & Expand

Section 2: Funding Independent Living Programs and CILs

Section 2 examines how federal funds are distributed through state grants and direct support to Centers for Independent Living (CILs) to provide essential independent living services and advocacy.

Lessons

Part B Funding Explained Do's and Don'ts When Spending Part B Funds Part C Funding Explained Allowable Uses of Part C Funds Section 2 Reflect & Expand

Quiz

It’s time to see what you’ve learned! This 10-question quiz will help reinforce key concepts from this course. You must pass with 80% to receive a certificate of completion from the IL T&TA Center. Don’t worry, you can review your answers afterwards and retake the quiz as needed!

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Course Wrap-Up