Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals
Introduction
To attract talented individuals to participate in vocational rehabilitation services for persons with disabilities, the Workforce Development Agency has established a professional system for vocational rehabilitation personnel. This system defines qualifications, professional training requirements, and continuing education standards to ensure the provision of high-quality vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities.
Legal Basis
In accordance with Articles 33 and 37 of the People with Disabilities Rights Protection Act and the Implementation Methods and Subsidy Guidelines for Entrepreneurship Assistance Services for Persons with Disabilities.
Objective
To enhance the professional competencies and service quality of vocational rehabilitation personnel working with individuals with disabilities.
Implementation Methods
Municipal and county (city) authorities provide vocational rehabilitation services based on the employment needs of persons with disabilities in their jurisdictions:
- Qualification Certification
Individuals interested in providing vocational rehabilitation services for persons with disabilities may apply for certification under the Guidelines for the Recruitment and Training of Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals for Persons with Disabilities. Applicants must submit relevant documentation demonstrating their education, experience, or professional training to a designated professional organization commissioned by the Workforce Development Agency to obtain certification as a vocational rehabilitation professional.
- Professional Training and Continuing Education
After obtaining professional certification, individuals must complete a specified number of training hours within the first year of employment to continue providing services. Additionally, every three years, they must complete 60 hours of continuing education courses to maintain their qualifications.
- Application and Training Information
For details on certification application procedures, professional training, and continuing education courses, please refer to the Management and Utilization System for Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals for Persons with Disabilities.