This training provides insights into the specific challenges faced by Hispanic individuals with disabilities in the United States. Presenters explore how discrimination, cultural influences, and family dynamics function as key factors shaping the experiences of Hispanic individuals with disabilities. Additionally, speakers address barriers to employment and underscore the pivotal role of vocational rehabilitation services in achieving successful competitive employment outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the demographic and health-related facts among Hispanic individuals with disabilities, including population growth, disability prevalence, and factors influencing health disparities.
• Explore the challenges and needs specific to Hispanic individuals with disabilities, such as discrimination, cultural influences, and family dynamics.
• Examine the barriers to employment and the role of vocational rehabilitation services in facilitating successful competitive employment for Hispanics with disabilities.