Methods of Conducting an Assessment

An assessment can be completed in a variety of ways. Some Third Party Partners use a one or two-page form that the client completes, while others allow the CFET staff to objectively assess the client in person. Some Third-Party Partners contract with other related programs such as WIOA, One-Stop Career Centers, etc. or non-government agencies to provide a more comprehensive assessment. Regardless of how the assessment is completed, the following is a list of skills/knowledge that could be examined with suggested assessment tools.

 

  1. Conduct the assessment which includes an in-depth evaluation including, but not limited to:  

Assessment Area Suggested Tools
Literacy Level Standardized tests, one-on-one interview/observations (i.e.  client’s ability to read and complete forms in case file)
Communication Skills (including English proficiency Standardized test, one-on-one interview
Education Questionnaire, resume or one-on-one interview
Employment History Questionnaire, resume or one-on-one interview
Employment-Related Skills, Abilities, and interests Questionnaire, one-on-one interview, or online assessment
Employment Barriers and Steps Necessary to Overcome Barriers Questionnaire or one-on-one interview

Assessment VSAS Entries

  1. Click the [Add New] Assessment[Add New] Assessment button.

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  2. Complete all the fields in the VSAS Assessment window. If information is not available, enter N/A and click the [SAVE]. Use the Case NoteCase Note tab to expand on the Assessment.

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Note:  You will not be able to Save unless all required (*) fields are completed.

  1. The Assessment grey ribbonAssessment grey ribbon will show the name of the data entry staff and the date information was entered in the VSAS portal when entry is completed.

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  1. Complete an IEP with incremental steps to help the participant overcome all identified barriers and support the participant’s strengths and goals.

IEP could include the following:

  • Employment objective (should be consistent with assessment)
  • Activities to be undertaken (i.e., E&T components) to achieve objective
  • Tentative dates, times and locations for each activity
  • Hours of activity required each week
  • Services provided by agency (childcare, transportation)
  • Statement of client’s responsibilities
  • Signature of client and CFET Staff

Related Topics

Eligibility & Enrollment

CFET Eligibility

Orientation and Assessment

Methods of Conducting an Orientation

Enrollment & Case Management

VSAS Component Entries

Non-Education, Non-Work Components

Supervised Job Search Component

Job Retention Component

VSAS Employment Outcome Tab

Education Components

Work Components

Case Note Tab

Survey Tab

Data Export to Excel

Optional Delete Feature