TOPS Program — Nisonger Program, The Ohio State University

The TOPS Program is a 2-year portfolio or 4-year certificate program that focuses on 4 basic transition areas: Academics, Employment, Independent Living, and Self-Determination & Student Development.

The TOPS program is not a degree granting program but a catalyst for employment and/or a bridge to degree granting programs.

There are 2 educational programs — 2-Year Certificate of Completion Track (60 semester hours); and a
4-Year Generalized Studies Certificate Track (120 semester hours). There is also an Employment program, self-determination & student development program, and an independent living program.