Vocational barriers encountered by college students with learning disabilities

The issue of vocational placement upon graduation for college students with LD (Learning Disabilities) has become an important and crucial one. The changes in our society are forcing many to seek post secondary education in order to succeed in the labor market today. This means many college graduates with LD are attempting to enter the employment arena and are facing numerous problems. This paper reviews the problems students with learning disabilities encounter and discusses their lack of preparation to handle these problems. The importance of the Rehabilitation Counselor in educating themselves and others on the topic of LD in order to assist this population is stressed. Resources available to the student with LD and to the Rehabilitation Counselor who works with them are suggested.