PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION TRAINING (PRE-ETS) and Vocational Adjustment Trainings (VAT)
Garza & Carrillo Consulting provides trusted Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and Vocational Adjustment Training (VAT) that help students and adults build real-world skills, confidence, and independence. For more than 10 years, we have partnered with TWC Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, schools, and families across Texas to deliver structured, outcomes-driven services that support long-term success.
Our programs are intentionally designed to be low-risk, high-impact for TWC VR referrals. Trainings are facilitated by experienced professionals, built around engagement and accountability, and supported by clear attendance tracking, progress documentation, and next-step recommendations. Services are delivered virtually statewide, with in-person options available for groups of 12 or more.
We understand the responsibility TWC VR counselors carry in authorizing appropriate services. Our role is to make referrals simple, defensible, and effective—while meeting students where they are and helping them grow.
WHY TWC VR COUNSELORS CHOOSE GARZA & CARRILLO?
  • 10+ years serving TWC VR customers• High completion rates in virtual group training•
  • Structured, interactive sessions (not passive Zoom lectures)•
  • Built-in engagement reminders and attendance supports•
  • Comprehensive progress reports with clear recommendations•
  • Seamless transition from
Pre-ETS → VAT → Employment 
ServicesNot every student is a fit for every program. Our team screens for readiness and will recommend alternative supports when needed.
VIRTUAL TRAINING: BUILT-IN SUPPORTS & ACCOMMODATIONSOur virtual trainings are small-group, interactive sessions designed to support different learning styles and abilities while building confidence, skills, and independence. Each session is led by experienced facilitators who actively guide participation and provide structure throughout the training.
Built-In Supports Include:
  • Visual supports (slides, written prompts, examples)
  • Clear verbal instruction, guided discussion, and modeling
  • Flexible pacing and additional processing tim
  • Frequent check-ins, encouragement, and redirection as needed
  • Breaks as appropriate
  • Small-group environments to reduce overwhelm

If a participant needs a level of support better served through a different service or setting, we communicate that clearly and collaborate with families and TWC VR counselors on next steps.
PROGRAM TYPES
PRE-ETS TRAINING PROGRAMS: Focused, high-impact skill-building for students ages 14–22 in high school or college. Our interactive, engaging sessions strengthen self-advocacy, workplace readiness, career exploration, and post-secondary preparation in a minimal, manageable timeframe.
VAT TRAINING PROGRAMS: Advanced workforce training for post–high school youth and adults who are not new to employment preparation and are committed to completing all program hours. Successful completion of Pre-ETS services is strongly preferred, as VAT programs are not intended to serve as a participant’s first training experience. Programs are led by experienced professionals and focus on developing job-ready skills through structured, real-world instruction.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION TRAINING OFFERINGS (PRE-ETS) and Vocational Adjustment Trainings (VAT)

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRANSITION TRAINING OFFERINGS (PRE-ETS)
SELF-ADVOCACY PRE-ETS TRAINING PROGRAMS
PRE-ETS Self-Awareness (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Self-Advocacy Enhances emotional intelligence by building self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, social awareness, and empathy. Students strengthen communication, decision-making, coping skills, and workplace readiness through reflection and guided discussion.
PRE-ETS Stand Up & Speak for Myself (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Self-Advocacy Supports students in identifying personal values and strengths, overcoming internal and external barriers, and practicing self-advocacy, goal setting, and assertive communication across school, work, and community settings.
PRE-ETS Managing Stress (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Self-Advocacy Teaches students to understand stress and its impact, recognize personal triggers, and develop coping strategies. Participants build a personalized stress-management toolkit applicable to school, work, and daily life.
PRE-ETS Rethinking Failure (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Self-Advocacy Helps students reframe failure as a learning opportunity by identifying fears, recognizing strengths, developing a growth mindset, and practicing positive self-talk to build resilience and confidence.
WORKPLACE READINESS PRE-ETS TRAINING PROGRAMS
PRE-ETS Am I Ready? (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Workplace Readiness Prepares students for employment by addressing professional appearance, communication, teamwork, work ethic, attitude, and transferable skills needed to succeed in a variety of workplace environments.
PRE-ETS Communication Skills for Interviews (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Workplace Readiness Focuses on verbal and non-verbal communication, interview preparation, mock interviews, and development of an effective elevator pitch for both individual and group interview settings.
PRE-ETS Introduction to Financial Literacy (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Workplace Readiness Builds financial responsibility by exploring budgeting, banking, credit, debt avoidance, understanding pay statements, and aligning financial decisions with career goals.
JOB EXPLORATION COUNSELING PRE-ETS TRAINING PROGRAMS
PRE-ETS Knowing Myself & My Career Goals (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Job Exploration Counseling Guides students in exploring interests, values, strengths, and career goals while connecting personal preferences to potential career pathways and next steps.
PRE-ETS Introduction to Networking Skills (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Job Exploration Counseling Introduces networking fundamentals including self-knowledge, identifying opportunities, building professional relationships, and creating a personalized networking plan.
POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION PRE-ETS TRAINING
PRE-ETS Study Skills (6 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Area: Counseling on Post-Secondary Education Prepares students for post-secondary success by addressing learning styles, study strategies, time management, study environments, and understanding academic accommodations.
PRE-ETS IMPACT Work Success Training Camp (30 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Areas: Job Exploration Counseling 12-Hours, Workplace Readiness 12-Hours, Self-Advocacy 6-Hours A comprehensive camp focused on career exploration, goal setting, workplace readiness, communication, and self-advocacy to support successful transition into employment.
PRE-ETS IMPACT College Success Training Camp (30 Hours) - Pre-ETS Topic Areas: Self-Advocacy 6 Hours, Counseling on Post-Secondary Education 24 Hours Supports students in reframing failure, mastering study skills, managing test anxiety, navigating accommodations, and developing strong self-advocacy skills for college success.
PRE-ETS Live Your Best Life (LYBL) – 12 Hours - Pre-ETS Topic Areas: Workplace Readiness 8 Hours, Self-Advocacy 4 Hours Develops employment and independent living skills including organization, communication, stress management, resilience, decision-making, and self-advocacy.

VOCATIONAL ADJUSTMENT TRAINING (VAT) OFFERINGS
VAT: Exploring the “You” in Work – 10 Hours: Identify work personality, explore different personality types, clarify work interests and values, and identify transferable skills to support employment decisions.
VAT: Disability Disclosure – 20 Hours: Advanced self-advocacy training covering legal rights and responsibilities, disability awareness, overcoming barriers, requesting accommodations, and using personal strengths to build self-determination and confidence.
VAT: Soft Skills for Work Success – 13 Hours: Builds effective workplace communication, problem-solving skills, strong work habits, professionalism, and work ethic.
VAT: Entering the World of Work – 10 Hours: Covers workplace safety, work rules, employer expectations, benefits, payroll, and paycheck basics.
VAT: Exploring Post-Secondary Education & Training – 10 Hours: Prepares individuals to understand, compare, and navigate post-secondary education and training options.
VAT: Money Smart – 30 Hours: In-depth financial literacy covering banking, credit, budgeting, bills, renting, major purchases, goal setting, and financial safety.
VAT: Soft Skills to Pay the Bills – 20 Hours: Focuses on communication, attitude, teamwork, networking, problem-solving, critical thinking, and professionalism.
VAT: Job Search – 20 Hours (Pre-ETS Customers Only): Comprehensive job search preparation including resumes, applications, interviewing, pre-employment testing, and preparing for the first day of work.
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