Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) and Millersville University have signed an agreement to provide an opportunity for students with an intellectual disability to achieve academic credentials.

The agreement is said to be the first of its kind in the United States.

LCCC’s Cross-Institutional Studies program is designed to help college students develop specific employability skills for entry-level positions.

Students can take courses in electives and one of seven career focus areas, including art, hospitality, health, general trades, educational support, technology and science.

Millersville University’s Integrated Studies is a two- or four-year inclusive college initiative for young adults with an intellectual disability.

Information: Michelle Mitchell, mmitchell@lccc.edu