Occupational Training Opportunities for the Deaf

 

The OTOD program was established to help Deaf and Hard of Hearing students prepare for the competitive job market after graduation.  OTOD students spend a 3-hour block every week day working on a trainee basis in the community.  In the beginning, interpreters accompany all students to work and assist in developing job skills, training and work ethics; however, at the employer's discretion, the students may work without assistance at any time.  The program allows students to experience two to three employment opportunities each school year.

 

In addition to a half day of on-the-job training, the students also attend a half day of regular academic classes. A special course, Independent Living Skills, is provided to offer practical experiences in banking, budgeting of income, apartment hunting, reading and understanding bills, and other consumer skills.  Each student opens and maintains a checking and a savings account at a local bank throughout the year.

 

The following Sulphur businesses have worked in conjunction with OSD's OTOD program:  Chickasaw National Recreation Area,  Carl's Jr., Mazzio's, Loving Hands Ranch, Oklahoma Veteran's Center,  Wal-Mart, Brown Construction, Half-or-Less, DISCO, Arbuckle Memorial Hospital, Turner Falls Park, First Cousins Flowers, Sonic, Fillin' Station, City of Sulphur, Abuelita's Mexican Restaurant, Faith Christian Preschool, Arbuckle Veterinary Clinic, First Baptist Church, Dollar General, Chickasaw Nation Headstart, Sooner Foods

...to name just a few!