Special Education

Career Assessment Services
Transition

Letah Graff, Coordinator

Phone: (518) 736-4356

FAX:     (518) 736-4359

E-mail: Lgraff@hfmboces.org
 

A wide variety of tests and assessments are utilized to help participants learn more about their vocational interests, skills and abilities. For a list of assessments available, click here.

Student Services: The goal of this service is to assist students age 13-21, their parents and teachers with an exploration of potential career choices for the students. Through the use of assessment tools, the staff helps students identify their strengths and interests as they relate to future career choices.

The HFM BOCES Career Assessment Unit provides assistance in meeting the New York State requirements for a Level I Career Assessment. A Level II assessment is available through referral from your CSE.  A level II assessment offers standardized testing based on individual need and may include testing related to job interests, perceptual skills, motor dexterity/speed/coordination, a vocational aptitude profile, and learning style. Results are considered based on their relationship to employment outcomes. For a Career Assessment referral form, click here.

Adult Services: The HFM BOCES Career Assessment unit contracts with VESID to provide specialized vocational evaluations for adults who are referred by their rehabilitation counselor. The specialized vocational evaluation is individualized based upon the unique needs of each referral. A combination of assessments are utilized to help individuals learn more about their vocational interests and strengths. Testing in the areas of academic achievement, vocational interests, aptitudes and abilities, sensory/motor skills and learning styles are available.

Transition: Technical assistance is available in the area of transition to assist districts to prioritize needs and develop strategies to assist them in achieving their goals. HFM BOCES staff work closely with the Eastern Transition Coordination Site to provide consultation and technical assistance to districts. Click here for transition-related resources.

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