CVE in Florida
Recognition and practice information for Certified Vocational Evaluator in Florida.
Recognition and qualification in Florida
The CVE credential indicates specialized expertise in vocational evaluation, including standardized testing, work sample assessment, situational assessment, and interpretation of aptitudes, interests, and work behaviors for vocational recommendation.
The Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) administers public vocational rehabilitation in Florida. KWVRS CVE-credentialed experts apply nationally recognized standards.
Florida courts and venues
Expert qualification in Florida's courts is determined case by case.
- Circuit Court - General jurisdiction; civil matters over $50,000, felonies, juvenile delinquency and dependency, divorce, probate, guardianship
- County Court - Limited jurisdiction; civil cases up to $50,000, small claims up to $8,000, misdemeanors, traffic, landlord-tenant
Highest court: Florida Supreme Court. Federal venues: N.D. Fla., M.D. Fla., S.D. Fla.
Sources: Florida Courts, Trial Courts - Circuit: circuit courts are trial courts with general jurisdiction and hear criminal felonies, juvenile delinquency and dependency, divorce, probate, guardianship and civil matters over $50,000 (reviewed 2026-10-12); Florida Courts, Trial Courts - County: county courts have limited jurisdiction and hear small claims cases up to $8,000, traffic offenses, landlord-tenant disputes, misdemeanors and monetary disputes up to $50,000 (reviewed 2026-10-12); Florida Legislature, Florida Statutes, jurisdiction of county court: actions at law not exceeding $50,000 if filed on or after January 1, 2023 (reviewed 2026-10-12); Florida Courts, District Courts of Appeal: each district court of appeal and the circuits it hears cases from (reviewed 2026-10-12); Florida Courts, Court Structure: the Supreme Court of Florida is the highest court in the state (reviewed 2026-10-12)
Other credentials in Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the CVE differ from the CRC?
The CRC is broader rehabilitation counseling certification; the CVE is focused specifically on vocational evaluation, including standardized testing and work sample assessment. Many experts hold both credentials.
Is the CVE recognized in federal court testimony?
Yes. CVE-supported vocational opinions, like CRC-supported opinions, have been accepted in federal court when grounded in accepted methodology.
References
- CRCC - CVE CertificationOrganization
- Florida Courts, Trial Courts - Circuit: circuit courts are trial courts with general jurisdiction and hear criminal felonies, juvenile delinquency and dependency, divorce, probate, guardianship and civil matters over $50,000 (reviewed 2026-10-12)Government
- Florida Courts, Trial Courts - County: county courts have limited jurisdiction and hear small claims cases up to $8,000, traffic offenses, landlord-tenant disputes, misdemeanors and monetary disputes up to $50,000 (reviewed 2026-10-12)Government
- Florida Legislature, Florida Statutes, jurisdiction of county court: actions at law not exceeding $50,000 if filed on or after January 1, 2023 (reviewed 2026-10-12)Government
- Florida Courts, District Courts of Appeal: each district court of appeal and the circuits it hears cases from (reviewed 2026-10-12)Government
- Florida Courts, Court Structure: the Supreme Court of Florida is the highest court in the state (reviewed 2026-10-12)Government
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