Christie Kim, B.S.
Academic Coach
Christie joined CIP in 2021 as an Academic Coach. She is a first generation college student who has a background in Science with a Bachelor’s Degree in General Biology from the University of California, San Diego.
The CIP Long Beach Center is ideally situated near Long Beach City College and California State University Long Beach, and less than two miles away from Long Beach Airport and 30 miles south of Los Angeles. There is an abundance of local amenities such as sporting event venues, museums, and parks, located only a short walking distance away.
CIP Long Beach’s academic team provides a comprehensive support system for college-age students on the Autism Spectrum and with Learning Differences to achieve academic success while pursuing studies at a local college, university, or vocational school.
Students have the option of enrolling in several college and university locations; the closest and most accessible are Long Beach City College and the California State University Long Beach (CSULB), which has the longest-established and largest Disabled Student Services department in the CSU system.
CIP Long Beach has an experienced, professional staff with strong educational backgrounds and solid experience working with young adults with Autism, ADHD and other Learning Differences.
CIP Long Beach (AKA #strongbeach) students enjoy whale watching, attending professional and college sporting events, concerts, local festivals, farmers markets, shopping and more. Long Beach is in the greater Los Angeles area offering access to the world of entertainment, tech, and media.
Students reside in fully furnished two-bedroom apartments located at The Landing, adjacent to the CIP Long Beach Center. Each student has his or her own bedroom and shares a bathroom, kitchen, and living room with their apartment-mate. Amenities include a swimming pool, parking, and laundry facilities.
CIP Long Beach students reside in fully furnished 2 or 3-bedroom apartments within walking distance to the Center. Each student has their own bedroom and most share a bathroom, kitchen, and living room.
CIP Long Beach helps prepare young adults on the autism spectrum and with ADHD and other learning differences for the world of work. From resume development to job coaching, CIP’s career department supports students while they pursue their interests.
CIP Long Beach students come from all over and pursue their individual goals and dreams within the program. Meet a few students below:
Hear from CIP Long Beach students and families share their personal journey, finding CIP, and experiencing success.
CIP is a recognized and approved vendor of the California Regional Centers
Department of Developmental Services web page: www.dds.ca.gov
Department of Developmental Services telephone number: (916) 654-1987
We’ve been helping young adults on the autism spectrum and with learning differences find success in college, employment, and independent living since 1984.
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