Successful Placement of the Older Consumer with Visual Impairment

A Training Curriculum


Table of Contents and Reference Links 


Introduction

PreTest: Successful Placement

Module 1: The Changing Work Environment

Module 2: Understanding Psycho-Social Transitions and How These Relate to Employment of Older Persons Who Are Visually Impaired

Module 3: Understanding Physical Capabilities and How These Relate to Employment of Older Persons Who Are Visually Impaired

Module 4: Understanding Your Role as Counselor

Module 5: Marketing the Older Consumer

Module 6: Evaluating the Workplace Environment Vis a Vis the Older Worker’s Needs

Module 7: Knowing National and Local Resources Available to Help with Placement

Post Test

References

Appendix A: Key to Self-Check

Appendix B: Job Analysis Form

Appendix C: Declining Senses Simulations

Appendix D: Fact Sheet: Have the "Vision" to Retain or Hire an Older Worker Who Is Visually Impaired

Appendix E: Self-Employment Case Studies

Appendix F: Experience Works Case Studies

Appendix G: PROJECT VIEW

Appendix H: Functional Resume