ERIC Number: EJ1063196
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Publication Date: 2014
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Using a Cognitive Information Processing Approach to Group Career Counseling with Visually Impaired Veterans
Osborne, Lauren K.
Professional Counselor, v4 n2 p150-158 2014
Unemployment continues to be a growing concern among both civilian and veteran populations. As 14% of the veteran population currently identify as disabled because of service, this population's need for specialized vocational rehabilitation is increasing. Specifically in Veterans Affairs (VA) Blind Rehabilitation Centers (BRC) where holistic treatment is used in treatment and rehabilitation, career services may be useful in improving quality of life for visually impaired veterans. A group approach to career counseling with visually impaired veterans is discussed using the principles and theory of the cognitive information processing (CIP) approach. This approach emphasizes metacognitions, self-knowledge, occupations knowledge, and the use of a decision-making cycle to improve career decision states and decrease negative career thinking. A group outline is provided and discussion of special considerations and limitations are included.
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Group Counseling, Cognitive Processes, Visual Impairments, Veterans, Vocational Rehabilitation, Metacognition, Decision Making Skills, Job Skills, Career Guidance, Intervention, Evidence, Models, Individual Characteristics, Selection Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Best Practices
National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. and Affiliates. 3 Terrace Way, Greensboro, NC 27403. Tel: 336-547-0607; Fax: 336-547-0017; e-mail: TCPjournal@nbcc.org; Web site: http://tpcjournal.nbcc.org
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Career Thoughts Inventory; Self Directed Search
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