Influence of Transition Services on Work Readiness of Students with Disabilities in Kwara State University
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2026
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International Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research (IJAMR) ISSN: 2643-9670 Vol. 10 Issue 10, October - 2026, Pages: 543-548
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The ability of students with disabilities to secure and sustain meaningful employment after graduation remains a major
concern for educators, families, and policymakers. Although access to higher education for persons with disabilities has improved,
many graduates still experience challenges in transitioning smoothly from school to the workplace. This study therefore investigated
the influence of transition services on the work readiness of students with disabilities in Kwara State University, Malete. A descriptive
survey research design was adopted. The population comprised all fifty (50) students with disabilities in the university, and due to
the manageable size, a total enumeration sampling technique was used, involving all participants. The Questionnaire on Transition
Services (QTS) and the Questionnaire on Work Readiness (QWR). The QTS assessed access to services such as career guidance,
vocational training, counselling, and other support systems for employment transition. The QWR measured competencies including
communication skills, self-confidence, teamwork, adaptability, and career awareness. The instruments were validated by experts and
yielded reliability coefficients of 0.81 and 0.85 respectively. Data were analysed using mean and standard deviation for the research
question, while regression analysis tested the hypothesis at the 0.05 level of significance. Findings showed that students with
disabilities demonstrated a high level of work readiness (mean = 3.40). Results indicated that transition services had a significant
influence on work readiness. The study concluded that effective transition services enhance students’ preparedness for employment.
It was recommended that the university strengthen transition programmes and collaborate with employers to provide internships,
mentorship, and career support services.
Keywords: Transition services, work readiness, students with disabilities, employability, career development, inclusive education
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Dada C O , ADESOKAN A , Yusuf G A(2026) Influence of Transition Services on Work Readiness of Students with Disabilities in Kwara State University.International Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research (IJAMR) ISSN: 2643-9670 Vol. 10 Issue 10, October - 2026, Pages: 543-548