How does an individual develop an IPE?
Once an individual is determined eligible to receive VR services, he or she must develop an IPE. The individual must be given the opportunity to make an informed choice in selecting, among other things, an employment outcome, needed VR services, and providers of those VR services. The individual may develop the IPE: on his/her own; with the assistance of a qualified VR counselor; or with the assistance of anyone else who is willing to help. The VR agency must provide the individual with information in writing, as well as in an appropriate mode of communication, explaining the assistance available to the individual when developing the IPE as well as the full range of components that must be included in the IPE. The IPE must be approved by the VR counselor and signed by both the individual and the VR counselor. 9. What are the VR services an eligible individual may receive? VR services are those services that an eligible individual may need in order to achieve his/her employment outcome.
