Located in:
- Program-Specific Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation (Blind)
The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services Portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan [13] must include the following descriptions and estimates, as required by section 101(a) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by title IV of WIOA:
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[13] Sec. 102(b)(2)(D)(iii) of WIOA
- g. Coordination with Employers
Describe how the designated State unit will work with employers to identify competitive integrated employment and career exploration opportunities in order to facilitate the provision of:
- g. Coordination with Employers
g. 2. Transition services, including pre-employment transition services, for students and youth with disabilities.
Current Narrative:
Through coordination with employers and the workforce system, the Division will utilize and implement these strategies to foster equal access for clients, increase the number of employers who provide opportunities for work-based learning experiences and hire youth with disabilities, generate program awareness, and strengthen infrastructure. This includes increasing participation in apprenticeships, internships, and credentialing programs for youth with disabilities.