CEHS 302 | Community Living and Vocational Application 2

CUW’s Hesed program reflects a genuine desire to put God’s love into action through uplifting and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they navigate the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. We are committed to walking alongside our students to provide support and just-right challenges as they journey toward independence and self-sufficiency. 

Course: CEHS 302 | Community Living and Vocational Application 2 

This course serves as the capstone for the Hesed Transitional Program’s third-year curriculum. It is designed to enhance students' independence in functional living skills, money management, and social/emotional well-being through a variety of community experiences and opportunities. In this course, students will have the chance to expand their job portfolios by engaging in hands-on activities that will bolster their employability. They will also work on completing job applications for post-graduation opportunities and exploring vocational placements that align with their career goals. As the culminating course of the Hesed Transitional Program, it will comprehensively address students’ personal, vocational, and independent living objectives through an applied learning model. This approach ensures that students not only learn theoretical concepts but also put them into practice in real-world settings, preparing them for a successful transition to life after graduation. By integrating practical experiences with their academic learning, students will leave the program with a robust skill set and the confidence needed to navigate their future independently. 

Schedule & Location:

• Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
• End Date: May 2, 2026
• Wednesdays; 11:05 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.
• In-Person: Mequon Campus; Rinker Hall, Classroom R 004

Lynn Elderedge 

Director of HESED Transitional Program 

Ms. Elderedge has taught in a special education classroom for 12 years, working with all disability categories. She has also taught in general education classes in 5th grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 8th grade math. She works to continuously integrate a variety of technology into her teaching, including interactive whiteboards, iPads, Chromebooks, and other computer devices. She continually reflects on what she has taught and what her students have learned by examining data and adjusting her instruction accordingly. Several years of working with EBD and Autism students have made her an expert in behavior analysis and management, as well as social skills instruction. 

MA, Special Education and Administrative Leadership, Silver Lake College 

BA, Elementary Education and Teaching, Concordia University Wisconsin