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TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute. Funded by RSA Grant # H264A © 2013 How does financial literacy for transition students fit in vocational rehabilitation?

TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute. Funded by RSA Grant # H264A © 2013 How does financial literacy for transition students fit in vocational rehabilitation? Many transition students do not understand the basics about money and working such as: savings, interest rates, taxes, credit card rates, work incentives. We need to help them think about money in connection to employment and community resources that can assist A VR counselor already has too much to do. We cannot be expected to add financial literacy into counseling and guidance It is our not job to assist transition students in learning about money matters; that is the role of parents and the school. Our focus is on careers. Select the best answer A B C

TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute. Funded by RSA Grant # H264A © 2013 You are on the money! CORRECT! We need to help students become financially literate and know who in the community can help them. Online Resources Games To learn more, visit TACE's Asset Development Exchange [tacesoutheast.org/network/ax/] TACE's Asset Development Exchange

TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute. Funded by RSA Grant # H264A © 2013 Incorrect… It is true that vocational counselors have a lot to do but that does not mean they dont include important information and resources that will assist a student in being successful.

TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute. Funded by RSA Grant # H264A © 2013 Incorrect … A vocational rehabilitation counselor assists clients in considering all the factors that need to be addressed in implementing a successful individual plan for employment. The vocational goal needs to place a person on a pathway to financial stability if employment is to be maintained.

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