What is the purpose of vocational assessments?
A vocational evaluation will identify an individual’s vocational aptitudes, interests, cognitive abilities and physical abilities, in an effort to identify appropriate options for remunerative employment. Vocational assessments can expedite the return to work process by assisting individuals in identifying appropriate job goals. When do you refer an individual for a vocational evaluation? When an individual is unable to physically perform original work tasks secondary to injury or disability. Vocational Evaluation A one- to two-day evaluation of a consumer’s transferable skills, academic abilities, aptitudes, interests, education and work history, while taking into account any physical restrictions to determine a vocational plan of action when a consumer has been unable to work. This evaluation is a comprehensive assessment that includes an in-depth interview. Based on the information collected, the evaluator identifies appropriate job goals, vocational services and includes local labo
