MA Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE)

MAIPSE Overview

The Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE), formerly called the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (MAICEI), funded by the Commonwealth since 2007, provides opportunities for people with severe disabilities who are 18 to 22, to participate in an inclusive college experience.

Pathways to Access

There are two pathways to access an inclusive public college education through Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education:

1. In-school pathway: Eligible students, 18-22 years, who are receiving transition services. These students in MAIPSE programs are dually- enrolled in college and supported by transition services through the school district.
2. Out-of-school pathway: Eligible students have exited school and special education services and receive services from an adult services disability agency, such as Department of Developmental Services and MassAbility .

MAIPSE is supported by a state-funded grant awarded to Northern Essex Community College in 2015. Our current partners are;

1. Andover High School
2. Haverhill High School
3. Lawrence High School
4. North Andover High School

MAIPSE Students Have the Opportunity to:

• Take credit and non-credit courses alongside their college peers
• Develop self-determination and self-advocacy skills
• Improve academic, social, and functional skills
• Participate in career planning, vocational skill-building activities, and community-based integrated competitive employment opportunities

MAIPSE Students Receive

• Specialized enrollment, registration and academic advising
• Community-based employment and individualized career support
• Educational Coaches
• Full access to NECC Student Clubs and Organizations, the Library, Wellness and Fitness Center, and Academic Support Services

Interested in Participating in MAIPSE?

If you are interested in participating in MAIPSE, please contact your high school Guidance Counselor or Transition Specialist to discuss your eligibility. Once approved by your transition team, a meeting will be arranged to meet with the MAIPSE coordinator at NECC.

Contact Us

Theresa Yurewicz

Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) Coordinator
Behrakis Student Services Center, SC-110
Telephone: 978-556-3646
Email: tyurewicz@necc.mass.edu

Susan Martin

Director, Center for Accessibility Resources & Services
Behrakis Student Services Center, SC-111 B
Telephone: 978-556-3647
Email: smartin@necc.mass.edu

For more information about the Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) please refer to the Mass Department of Higher Ed website.

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