Vocational Counseling
Vocational counseling is an important aspect of transitional care of the individual with spina bifida, and current information in this area is limited. Recent data from the Netherlands reports a work rate of 62%, although 22% were in a sheltered environment.
The definition of employment was based on at least one hour of paid wages per week. The best predictor of employment was level of education. This, along with gender and ability to care for self, were important predicators of full-time employment (194).Functional vocational planning should be started early in secondary school, assessing career interests, skills, and aptitude. The potential for success in a postsecondary school program should be explored along with vocational job training. A positive realistic approach may provide the best solution in planning for adult employment options.
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