(a) Scope and nature of evaluation. The scope and nature of the evaluation under this program shall be the same as for an evaluation of the reasonable feasibility of achieving a vocational goal under the procedures described for chapter 31 benefits. See Sec. 21.50(b)(5) and Sec. 21.53 (d) and (f). (Authority: 38 U.S.C. 1524(a)(1)(2))
(b) Specific services which may be provided in the course of evaluation in determining the reasonable feasibility of achieving a vocational goal. The following specific services may be provided as a part of the evaluation of reasonable feasibility of achieving a vocational goal, as appropriate:
(1) Assessment of feasibility by a counseling psychologist;
(2) Review of feasibility assessment and of need for special services by the Vocational Rehabilitation Panel;
(3) Provision of medical and other diagnostic services;
(4) Evaluation of employability, for a period not to exceed 30 days, by professional staff of an educational or rehabilitation facility. (Authority: 38 U.S.C. 1524(b))
(c) Responsibility for evaluation. All determinations as to the reasonable feasibility of vocational training and entitlement to assistance under 38 U.S.C. 1524 shall be made by a counseling psychologist in the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Division. (Authority: 38 U.S.C. 1524(b))