ScenicView Academy is committed to ensuring the resources we provide are appropriate to the needs of incoming students. Chronic healthcare needs or severe mental health concerns will be referred to other providers. ScenicView Academy provides therapy on an outpatient, as needed basis.
In order to be considered for enrollment, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- 18 years or older and unmarried
- Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disability, or other related diagnostic profile
- Have the capability and physical health to manage daily tasks and self-care
- Motivation and potential to live independently
- Not requiring continuous supervision to be safe and socially appropriate
- No acute mental health issues, including suicidality and self-harm
- Not convicted of a major crime such as a felony
- No extreme behavioral problems or addictions
- Have a financial sponsor to pay tuition (private pay only)
Successful students typically are:
- Tested with an IQ level of 85 or above
- 18 to 30 years old
- Free from excessive debt
- Motivated to learn residential, vocational, academic, and social skills
- Willing to receive feedback regarding independent living skills
- Supported throughout the program by parents and family members
Other important factors:
- If legal representation/guardianship is in place, the legal representative will be required to sign necessary documents acknowledging the right of the student to make key day-to-day decisions
- Individuals diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injury are typically not successful in the program
