The College Internship Program at the Berkshire Center provides individualized, post-secondary academic, internship and independent living experiences for young adults with Asperger's Syndrome, ADHD and other Learning Differences.
Lessons on Living with Autism
Like most college students, the kids at the College Internship Program have spent the last few weeks gearing up for classes, meeting roommates, readying for life away from home. But on this tiny campus in the Berkshires, they’ve been getting extra help.
Comprehensive Curriculum
CIP's post-secondary programs offer unique academic, social, career and life skills curriculum specifically for young adults with Asperger's, Nonverbal, PDD-NOS, ADHD and other Learning Differences.
"Our mission is to graduate young men and women of confidence, character, and integrity capable of making contributions to society and claiming their place as citizens of the world."
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CIP's Founding Principles
- Every individual inherently deserves to be treated with respect and dignity
- Social and emotional growth precedes all other growth
- We serve as a bridge in the understanding of Learning Differences
- The acceptance and understanding of self establishes a foundation on which the individual can build a happy and productive life
- We develop and teach a curriculum which leads to success in college and future careers
- Healthy environments and strong role models provide the atmosphere for the growth necessary for self-actualization
- Social and emotional growth precedes all other growth. Acceptance and understanding of self establishes a foundation on which the individual can build a happy and productive life.
Academic Options
Berkshire Community College
Mildred Elley Business School
ELMS College
Career Options
Career Skills Training & Employment Program (C-STEP)
Veterans War Memorial
Tower, Mt. Greylock
Welcome to Lee, Massachusetts!
Lee, MA is the gateway to the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts. As a noted cultural center, the Berkshires offer several attractions including:
- Tanglewood and the Boston Symphony Orchestra
- Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
- The Clark Art Museum
- Berkshire Theater Festival
- Shakespeare & Company Learn more