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Keys to Successful Adult Living

Our curriculum’s three main objectives are aligned on the researched based Life Centered Education (LCE) curriculum developed by the Council for Exceptional Children. It provides a comprehensive focus upon key areas vital in the domains of adult living.  

The P.A.C.E. curriculum has three main objectives
  • Education and professional training necessary to be workforce ready
  • Development of independent living skills
  • Development of age-appropriate social skills
P.A.C.E. objectives are achieved through student engagement in four core areas of learning which are:
  • Functional Academic Courses
  • Employment Preparation
  • Independent Living Skills
  • Socialization and Community Living

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P.A.C.E. at NLU


122 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603

312-261-3245
paceprogram@nl.edu

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