special education evaluations
Vocational Assessment
WHAT – Gathers information from the student and his or her parents and teachers to determine the student’s vocational skills, aptitudes and interests. Generally consists of an interview, survey of interests and review of records.
WHY – Critical to developing a students’ long term goals, including post-secondary goals, especially if they are receiving an Certificate of Completion versus diploma. A good vocational assessment will help determine what types of programs might further the student’s vocational interests.
WHEN – All special education students must receive a Level 1 vocational assessment when they are 12 years old. Schools should update the assessment as part of a student’s transition plan, which must be in effect by the time the student is 15, and is reviewed annually thereafter.*
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