EDFinal Rule
Priorities, Requirements, Definitions, and Selection Criteria: National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center
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Summary
The U.S. Department of Education is establishing rules for a new National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center that will help states improve job training programs for people with disabilities. This regulation sets priorities and selection criteria to ensure the center effectively supports rehabilitation professionals and helps more people with disabilities find and keep employment.
Key Points
- 1The regulation creates standards for a federally-funded center that provides training and support to vocational rehabilitation staff across all states
- 2The center will focus on helping people with disabilities gain practical job skills and employment through technical assistance and best practice guidance
- 3Selection criteria ensure the center is run by qualified organizations with experience in disability services and rehabilitation programs
- 4States and rehabilitation agencies can access the center's resources to improve their own job training and placement services for people with disabilities
- 5The regulation prioritizes serving underserved populations and addresses current gaps in vocational rehabilitation services nationwide
Key Dates
Published
June 17, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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