Self-Study Course
People with MS often continue working long after the disease is diagnosed. Individuals are more likely to continue employment when they have a basic knowledge of multiple sclerosis, understand their employment rights, utilize symptom management techniques, make use of assistive devices and workplace accommodations, and seek professional career planning.
Career Crossroads: Employment and MS is a self-study course designed by employment and MS experts to help individuals living with MS remain in the in the workforce. The course includes six video modules that highlight options and strategies to achieve this goal.
The program format includes video viewing, coaching, individual goal setting, and workbook/homework activities designed to help you explore and develop employment goals and strategies.
To get the most from this course, you would meet or talk regularly with a coach, read the workbook, watch the video segments, and finish all the exercises.
To find out more about this self-study, please contact the chapter at 1-800-344-4867 or e-mail Jennifer.