Older students (N=38) responded to a questionnaire examining whether students changed careers as a result of their coursework, students' methods of obtaining new jobs, success of students in their new positions, and effects of age differences. Findings indicated that the on-campus interview is appropriate for nontraditional students. (RC)

Examined the impact of employment counseling within the U.S. Employment Service in the mid 1970s. Collected data from office managers, counseling supervisors, and placement interviewers in 700 local employment offices. Discusses criteria for counselor evaluation, support for counseling, client characteristics, and services provided by counselors.…

Of 120 educable mentally retarded (EMR) elementary and middle school students who had been dismissed from special education classes four years previously, 50 were not rereferred for further evaluation and 70 were. Among characteristics that appeared to differentiate the groups were grade level and sex. (CL)

A computerized resume service to graduating seniors on college and university campuses across the country is described, including how to distribute the materials to students on campus, and how to account for a participating store's involvement in getting a student to sign up for the service. (MLW)

Surveyed career services directors (N=154) to determine the nature and extent of burnout. Results showed a low burnout rate for this sample. Possible explanations include a combination of personal characteristics and working environment, although denial is also possible. Further investigation of characteristics that prevent burnout is needed. (JAC)

A framework for vocational assessment that matches handicapped students, curriculum, and training environment is described. The assessment approach is described in regard to screening, educational placement, evaluation of student achievement prior to placement in the curriculum, and assessment of individual progress, and program evaluation. (SEW)

The costs incurred and tax monies saved through the successful implementation of an ongoing job training and placement program for moderately and severely handicapped workers were analyzed. The total direct financial benefit to taxpayers for four years is $90,376. The clients' cumulative earnings were over $500,000. (Author/SEW)

Outlines four limitations inherent in using a minimum competency test to determine eligibility for a high school diploma and, in some jurisdictions, to determine advance to the next grade. Discusses the appropriate uses of testing in an overall program.(MP)

Medium- and long-term strategies for allocating resources to avoid any reduction in quality and quantity of education and still meet financial criteria are discussed. Recommendations include: maximizing use of existing staff through reassignment within or between institutions, retraining, and staff development; and controlled appointments through…

Employment trends for 121 Black deaf individuals (16 years old and older) who were placed in gainful employment during July 1978 through May 1981 were evaluated. The study sought to determine whether race, age, or gender affected employment. (Author/SW)

Career preparation for blind and visually handicapped students should be included as part of the high school program. Preparation skills include work skills, basic skills, and awareness of aptitudes, interests, and family/peer influences. The preparation phase culminates in the placement of the student in further education, training, and/or…

Ways the Ontario, Canada educational system meets educational needs of immigrant students from the West Indies, South Asia (India and Pakistan), and Portugal were examined through interveiws with 245 schools and 34 school boards. Findings indicated problems in assessment, inadequate counseling, and need for systematic planning. (MC)

An administrator considers local dilemmas, such as transportation, rising costs, and unanticipated placements involved in private school placement of handicapped children. He asserts that the local special services director should assume major responsibility in resolving the problems, but that state officials should devote more attention to…

Arlington (VA) Career Center offers experience-based career education as an alternative high school program for special education students. Forty-five sites in the community provide a range of work environments and opportunities for practice of occupational skills. (SK)

Explores the history of the "least restrictive environment" concept, particularly in relation to designing and providing educational programs for disabled youth; discusses political and economic issues, curriculum-related arguments, and societal attitudes concerning mainstreaming; and identifies factors that can promote or impede…