Continuing Education: Compensatory Education (CED)
For more information contact:
- Lisa Shreve
Compensatory Education/Community Services Coordinator - (252) 246-1233
- lshreve@wilsoncc.edu
- E-mail Subject: CED
What is Compensatory Education?
Compensatory Education is a program designed specifically for adults with mental retardation. The purpose of the program is to compensate adults with developmental disabilities for the lack of, or inadequate, education received earlier. The focus of Compensatory Education is on helping the individual become as independent as possible through acquiring basic and life skills needed to function successfully in daily living.
What is Taught?
Educational programming includes the following areas:
- Community Living
- Consumer Education
- Health
- Language
- Math
- Social Science
- Vocational Education
Who is Eligible?
To be eligible to participate in Compensatory Education, an individual must be 17 or older, and (a) diagnosed with mental retardation or (b) functioning on a level equivalent to mental retardation resulting from head injury or brain damage.
How Long Can You Participate in the Program?
Because each student will progress at his/her own individual rate, no specific time limit is set. Students are encouraged to stay in the program as long as their needs are being met.
What Is the Cost?
- Tuition and Books - FREE
- Student Security Fee (on-campus only)
Compensatory Education Schedule
| Course | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compensatory Education | M-F | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Room A-116a |
| Compensatory Education | M-TH | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Room A-116a |
| Compensatory Education | M-F | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Room A-115 |
| Compensatory Education | M-TH | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Room A-115 |
| Compensatory Education | M | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Room A-115 |
