What is a vocational director and how to become one

Key steps to become a vocational director

1. Explore vocational director education requirements

   Most common vocational director degrees

   Bachelor's

   59.0 %

   Master's

   21.1 %

   Associate

   10.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific vocational director skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Vocational Program	18.07%
   Developmental Disabilities	16.15%
   Evaluation System	11.91%
   Data Collection	11.27%
   Federal Policies	11.27%

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3. Complete relevant vocational director training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New vocational directors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a vocational director based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real vocational director resumes.

4. Research vocational director duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all program operation in accordance with HRA and industry regulations, agency policies, and HIPPA guidelines.
   • Administer pre-testing and provide tutoring for individuals working towards their GED.
   • Facilitate vocational/avocational groups and coordinate volunteer program for rehabilitation unit.
   • Facilitate vocational/avocational groups and coordinate volunteer program for rehabilitation unit.

5. Apply for vocational director jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a vocational director job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams