Assessment represents a foundational component of rehabilitation counseling services. The revised Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) standards implemented in 2004 resulted in the redesign of the knowledge and outcomes under the Assessment standard. The author reviews the current CORE standard for training in assessment within the context…

To investigate the reliability and feasibility of six potential workplace-based assessment methods in general practice training: criterion audit, multi-source feedback from clinical and non-clinical colleagues, patient feedback (the CARE Measure), referral letters, significant event analysis, and video analysis of consultations. Performance of GP…

The article proposes an individual vocational assessment battery to be used with secondary-level handicapped students in areas of cognitive/learning, physical/health, social/emotional, vocational interest/aptitude, and neuropsychological areas, which can be given in the students' home school for planning appropriate vocational training programs.…

The article presents a three-level model for the vocational assessment of handicapped students based on guidelines developed by the Texas Education Agency. The model outlines philosophy, goals, time lines, and roles and responsibilities of administrators, counselors, and teachers. (CL)

The paper sets forth the position of the Council for Exceptional Children's Division on Career Development regarding career/vocational assessment. The statement addresses the definitions, purpose, goals, methods, and personnel involved. (CL)

The report describes a sample of effective vocational assessment practices for handicapped students implemented in California. An introduction presents the challenges and difficulties of complying with federal and state legislation that mandate nondiscriminatory vocational assessment and the least restrictive placement. Alternatives to…

The Vocational Preparation for the Handicapped Program prepares 14- and 15-year-olds for participation in regular vocational education programs and for a successful learning experience. Recommended students are evaluated to determine if they have vocational potential and, if so, are assisted in making the appropriate vocational placement. Students…

Describes the development of a detailed, structured evaluation method to assess students' practical work performance systematically. Reports that a survey of 5 secondary vocational teachers and 125 students showed both groups favored the detailed evaluation approach. (SK)

This article provides a brief introduction to transition assessment for students with disabilities and then lists 43 references (published from 1988 through 1996) pertaining to transition assessment or vocational assessment. (CR)

Reviews trends in vocational student assessment, suggests modifications to assist assessment of limited English speakers (multiple techniques and tools, translated instruments, shadowing), and presents specific modifications for the cloze test, rating scales, observation sheets, interviews, portfolios, and projects. (SK)

Contends that vocational assessments should be conducted along with other assessments that are completed as part of a handicapped student's triennial evaluation and that the school counselor should be a member of the multidisciplinary team responsible for the vocational assessment and programming of handicapped students. (NB)

The author states that, as a result of the Carl Perkins Vocational Education Act, she sees a strong possibility that vocational evaluation will come to be offered not only to special needs students, but to all students. A flow chart illustrating the vocational evaluation process and describing each step is included. (CT)

Historical highlights in career assessment of exceptional students are followed by an analysis of the current status. Recommended practices are considered in light of definitions, purposes, goals, process and methods, and assessment personnel. (CL)

Vocational assessment models developed at rehabilitation facilities require modifications to suit the needs of the public school setting. Proposed modifications include using vocational evaluation centers in area vocational/technical secondary and postsecondary schools, using curriculum-based models of vocational assessment, or blending the…

This booklet provides adult basic education teachers with information on 77 tests and measurement instruments currently available that were mentioned as useful and effective on a survey of approximately 350 adult education teachers in Pennsylvania and others throughout the country. The tests are listed under the categories of diagnostic,…