This act or law assures that a number of disenfranchised groups (e.g., economically disadvantaged, single parents, incarcerated, disabled) have access to vocational assessment, counseling, and placement.

A) Americans with Disabilities Act
B) FERPA
C) Carl Perkins Act (PL 98-524)
D) Civil Rights Acts (1964 and amendments)
E) Freedom of Information Act

Carl Perkins Act

The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act provides federal funding to improve and expand career and technical education programs in the United States.

Vocational Assessment

A process used to evaluate an individual's interests, skills, and abilities to guide them in making career decisions.

Counseling

A professional guidance process where individuals receive assistance in managing personal issues, making decisions, and coping with crises from a trained counselor.