A Study of Perceptions and Improvements in Career Education for Students with Severe and Multiple Disabilities

Purpose: This study was conducted to identify the perception and actual situation of career education for students with multiple disabilities and to derive improvement measures. Method: A total of 227 teachers, parents of students with disabilities, and related organizations responded to the questionnaire, and basic statistics were calculated and differences were verified according to the target group. Results: First, career education for students with severe and multiple disabilities emphasized daily living skills, social adaptation, independent living, and individualized education. Second, there was a lack of programs, materials, and professionals with separate content for these students. Third, the recommendations for improving vocational education for students with severe and multiple disabilities were customized educational support based on individual characteristics, training and education of professional teachers, and collaboration with related organizations in the community. Conclusion: Based on these findings, this paper presents discussions and implications in actual educational settings.