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20250806 | Equipping VR Staff to Support Job Seekers with Service and Emotional Support Animals 

08-08-2025 08:28 AM

As more job seekers with disabilities use service or emotional support animals (ESAs), VR professionals must be ready to guide both individuals and employers through accommodations. 

This interactive training will explain the differences between service animals and ESAs, relevant ADA laws, and how these animals support employment. Attendees will learn to facilitate empowering, person-centered conversations, address employer concerns, and overcome inclusion barriers—leaving with practical tools to support clients navigating the workplace with service or support animals.


Key Takeaways

  • Understand the legal distinctions between service animals and emotional support animals
  • Learn how to coach job seekers on disclosure, self-advocacy, and accommodation requests
  • Gain confidence in navigating employer objections and guiding the interactive process
  • Leave with real-world examples to support inclusive employment outcomes

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