The Tertiary Transition Functional Profile™ (TTFP) is a personalised functional assessment and report designed to support informed tertiary transition planning and preparedness.

It can support young people moving from secondary school into further study or training, as well as adults considering a new study pathway, training pathway, or career change. This may include university, TAFE, certificates, diplomas, degrees, vocational training, private training, or other structured qualification pathways.

This isn’t just career direction.

The assessment is led by an experienced occupational therapist and applies a clinical lens to consider how well different pathways may fit the individual, what may be needed to manage study demands and support sustainability, and how prepared the person is for the day-to-day realities of tertiary study.

The TTFP is structured around three pillars:

• Pillar 1: Career Pathway Fit

  Clarifies the kinds of work activities, learning demands, and environments most likely to remain engaging over time, and where predictable friction is likely to emerge so it can be planned for early.
  

• Pillar 2: Capacity and Sustainability for Tertiary Study

  Considers the demands of tertiary study and how these interact with the person’s capacity to manage study load, particularly as external pressures increase.
  

• Pillar 3: Independent Living Readiness

  Looks at the practical life factors that influence stability while studying, including readiness to independently manage everyday responsibilities alongside study, such as routines, organisation, finances, and personal administration.
  

Not sure why informed planning matters during tertiary transition? Read: Beyond Acceptance: The Reality of Staying Engaged.