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assessment with ethnically diverse individuals is presented. The components in the
model include culturally encompassing information gathering, culturally appropriate
consideration of assessment instruments, culturally sensitive administration, and
culturally appropriate interpretation of the data. Issues relevant in the vocational
assessment process with ethnically diverse populations and professional
considerations are reviewed at each stage of the culturally appropriate career
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