Title: Learning Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation Implications | Adult Career and Continuing Education Services | NYS Education Department
Headings: Learning Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation Implications
Learning Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation Implications
Contents
Introduction
Key Point Summaries
Section I Key Points
Section II Key Points: Implications for Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Section I: Learning Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation Implications
What is a Learning Disability
Impact of Learning Disabilities on Employment
Learning Disabilities and Functional Limitations
Section II: Implications for Vocational Rehabilitation
Significance of Disability
Assessment for Eligibility
Information for Service Planning
Typical Questions That Can Be Asked When Making a Referral for an Assessment
Psychological, Psychoeducational and Neuropsychological Assessment
Identifying and Selecting the Appropriate Testing Approach; Evaluating Assessments
Community-based Situational Assessments
LD and school referrals
Support Services, Compensatory Strategies and Technical Aids
Related Training/Supports to be considered:
Resource Links
Other Resources
Related Topics in VR Policy and Procedures

Content: aptitude, measures of academic achievement, measures of processing ability and a comprehensive diagnostic summary. Community-based situational assessments often work well and are particularly relevant for some individuals with learning disabilities. Some individuals with LD may need to visit or try out a job situation before considering other employment options. Learning Disability and School Referral
A student with a learning disability in school must have received an individual evaluation in order to receive either 504 accommodations or be eligible for special education programs and services. An individual evaluation means any procedures, tests, or assessments used selectively with an individual student to determine whether a disability exists. Components of an individual evaluation must include a variety of assessment tools and strategies, including information provided by the parent to gather functional and developmental information about the student. Compensatory Strategies, Support Services and Technical Aids
Compensatory strategies, environmental modifications or other workplace accommodations need to be developed on an individual's needs basis in a particular training or work setting. They need to be practical and consistently available to enhance performance on essential tasks. There are many ways of providing compensatory strategies. This TAB offers a few examples of those strategies.