The handbook presents a series of implementation suggestions for vocational education special needs programs generally, and in Alabama. Special Needs Programs for Disadvantaged Students defines the term disadvantaged student and provides criteria for their identification, with form information. Special Needs Programs for Handicapped Students lists…

The first section of the career guidance handbook provides a brief introduction to the need for career guidance, explains the eight elements and outcomes of career education in the Alabama Career Education Curriculum Model (self-awareness--self-identity, educational awareness--educational identity, career awareness--career identity, economic…