Research Article

Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury

Table 3

Tools/assessments/techniques used in vocational evaluation.

Variable (%)

Learning style preferences30 (40.5)
Vocational interest inventories64 (86.5)
Work values53 (71.6)
Evaluator knowledge of TBI54 (73.0)
Behavioral observations60 (81.1)
McCarron-Dial System4 (5.4)
Achievement tests63 (85.1)
Aptitude tests, general abilities45 (60.8)
Work samples46 (62.2)
Neuropsychological evaluation reports39 (52.7)
Aptitude tests, intelligence52 (70.3)
Computer software/training aids15 (20.3)
Other13 (17.6)

Note. Respondents may choose more than one tool/assessment/technique. Brain Train was specifically mentioned by respondents. Other = situational assessment, job site analysis, customized employment (e.g., Discovery), on-the-job training, volunteering, personality assessments, input from past employers and family members, and Veteran TBI Clinical Assessment.