Examining Associations between Postsecondary Education, Earnings, and Provision of College and University Training Related to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Served by Vocational Rehabilitation

While a small proportion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) receive college support from state vocational rehabilitation agencies (VR), postsecondary education has potential to improve employment outcomes for these individuals. This study examined postsecondary edu...

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Published in:The Journal of rehabilitation 2019-01, Vol.85 (1), p.22-34
Main Authors: Miller, Stormy C, Sax, Caren L, Tucker, Mark S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Developmental disabilities
Disabled persons
Education
Employment
Federal legislation
Health aspects
Health education
People with disabilities
Planning
Social services
Vocational rehabilitation
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Summary:While a small proportion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) receive college support from state vocational rehabilitation agencies (VR), postsecondary education has potential to improve employment outcomes for these individuals. This study examined postsecondary education support provided by VR to individuals with IDD and the associations between educational completion and earnings. Significant earnings differences were found between those who did or did not complete postsecondary education. Differences were also found among the proportions of rehabilitation cases of individuals with IDD that were provided with postsecondary support over a nine-year period. Recommendations for research and practice are offered.
ISSN:0022-4154