About KSHEP
The Kentucky Supported Higher Education Partnership (KSHEP) is a network of Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) across the state offering higher education programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) programs.
KSHEP’s Vision
KSHEP envisions a higher education system that is welcoming of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, increasing opportunities for success in academics, employment, and community engagement.
KSHEP’s Mission
The mission of the Kentucky Supported Higher Education Partnership (KSHEP) is to increase higher education options, access, and success for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the Commonwealth.
The KSHEP network is supported by the statewide technical assistance center (TAC) for supported higher education in Kentucky, which is a project of the Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky (UK). We see all IHEs in this network as true partners in the effort to increase higher education options, access, and success for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
What is a CTP?
Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) programs support students with intellectual disabilities (ID) who want to continue academic or career and technical instruction at an IHE to better prepare for competitive integrated employment and independent living.
There are six approved CTPs in Kentucky:
These are all part of the larger Kentucky Supported Higher Education Partnership (KSHEP).
Watch a video about Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) Programs below. This video discusses what a CTP is and outlines key points for students.