CVE in West Virginia
Recognition and practice information for Certified Vocational Evaluator in West Virginia.
Recognition and qualification in West Virginia
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 West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) administers public vocational rehabilitation in West Virginia. KWVRS CVE-credentialed experts apply nationally recognized standards.
West Virginia courts and venues
Expert qualification in West Virginia's courts is determined case by case.
- Circuit Court - General jurisdiction; one in each of 55 counties; all civil and criminal matters
- Magistrate Court - Civil cases up to $10,000, misdemeanors, small claims
- Family Court - Domestic relations matters in each county
Highest court: Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia. Federal venues: N.D.W. Va., S.D.W. Va..
Other credentials in West Virginia
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
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