Together, let’s expand and strengthen inclusive higher education programs so individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can thrive academically, socially and professionally.
Your trusted partner for building inclusive higher education programs.
IHE Technical Assistance Center of New York
The Inclusive Higher Education Technical Assistance Center (IHETAC) of New York at Syracuse University helps colleges and universities across New York State develop, expand and strengthen inclusive higher education programs that give individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities opportunities to thrive academically, socially and professionally.
Through collaboration, innovation and advocacy, IHETAC of New York works to create equitable learning environments that celebrate diversity and unlock the potential of every student.
The core elements of our services are:
- Tailored information and support through consultations, communications and resources.
- Systematic and continuous assistance to ensure the creation, sustainability and growth of IPSE programs.
- Collaboration with individuals, programs and institutional teams to address key needs such as program design, developing funding sources, residential life, resource utilization and more.
Contact Us
Mak El-Hassan, Project Director, Technical Assistance Center
[email protected]Â | 315-607-3822
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HOW WE CAN HELP
Our Services
The Golisano Foundation is one of the nation’s largest foundations dedicated to supporting programs for people with intellectual disabilities. IHETAC is grateful for its generous support, which will advance our mission to expand and strengthen inclusive higher education programs across New York State.
Outcomes
INCLUSIVE COLLEGE PROGRAMS LEAD TO:
Meaningful work experience, higher wages and continued employment​
Students who participated in these programs on average earned 73% higher income than those who received only vocational rehabilitation services.
more successful independent living outcomes
39% of graduates rented an apartment or home and an additional 4% owned a home two-years after graduation.
Increased community integration
Completing an IHE program correlates to increased levels of self-determination, confidence and a greater number of friends with and without disabilities.
The State of the State:
The Inclusive Higher Education Technical Assistance Center of New York (IHETAC) is a critical force in addressing the severe gaps in higher education access for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). With only 27 inclusive college programs statewide—and just four approved Comprehensive Transition Programs (CTPs) providing federal financial aid—far too many students are left without a pathway to higher education and meaningful careers. Without IHE-TAC’s leadership, colleges struggle to develop, expand and sustain these essential programs, leaving students with IDD at risk of lifelong poverty and exclusion from the workforce. By providing vital training, resources, and coordination, IHE-TAC ensures that state resources like OPWDD and ACCESS-VR are fully leveraged to improve employment outcomes and economic independence for students with IDD.
Less than 1%
of individuals with intellectual disability are currently accessing Inclusive Higher Education in New York State.
75%
of NYS counties do not have an Inclusive Higher Education program.
90%
of all higher education institutions in New York State do not have Inclusive Higher Education programs.
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Our Partners
InclusiveU
A leading inclusion program at Syracuse University School of Education.
IHEA Council
An accrediting agency for college and university programs for students with intellectual disability.
NYS IHE Coalition
A group of committed universities, colleges, school districts and disability agencies providing access to postsecondary education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Warner School of Education at University of Rochester
The Warner School of Education and Human Development is a graduate school of education that prepares practitioners and scholars in the areas of teacher education, counseling, K-12 school leadership, higher education, human development and educational policy.
Think College
The Think College National Coordinating Center provides coordination, technical assistance, training and evaluation for Transition and Postsecondary Education Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities (TPSID).
Our Clients
OUR TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say
We are so impressed with the depth of support provided by IHETAC. Mak and the team have answered every program start-up question we've had with clarity and supporting resources. Also, the linkages provided to the IHE community in NYS and beyond have been invaluable to our Director. We cannot thank IHETAC enough!
Lisa Casper & Liz Wright
The Department of Teacher Education values our work with the Inclusive Higher Education Technical Assistance Team. Our shared efforts have brought clarity to our commitment and vision of supporting access to higher education for students within the IDD population.
Adam Huck
Who We Are
We are the consulting firm known for asking tough questions, listening well, digging in and rolling up our sleeves. We are fact-driven and action-oriented. We move our clients forward, to where they need to be.
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This is what
Inclusive Higher Education Looks Like
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