About us

Established in 1983, the Virginia Commonwealth University RRTC provides resources for professionals, individuals with disabilities, and their representatives. Our team of nationally and internationally renowned researchers is committed to developing and advancing evidence-based practices to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.


VCU RRTC major areas of focus include:

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  • Autism
  • Competitive Employment
  • Customized Employment
  • Employment of Persons with Disabilities
  • Employment of Transition-Age Youth
  • Pre-employment Transition Services
  • Post Secondary Education
  • Self Employment
  • Social Security Work Incentives
  • State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Support
  • Supported Employment
  • Supported Employment Service Provider (Business Connections)
  • Transition and Court-Involved Youth
  • Transition of 14c Programs to Competitive Integrated Employment