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Life Skills and Vocational Readiness among Visually Impaired Youth : A Cross -Sectional Study in Delhi

Author(s) Ms. Priyanka Rana, Dr. Shilpi Sarkar, Ms. Sartaj Parveen
Country India
Abstract Background: Visual impairment remains a major public health and social concern worldwide, affecting approximately 2.2 billion individuals globally, with a substantial burden in India. Despite advancements in inclusive education and rehabilitation services, visually impaired youth continue to experience barriers in life skill acquisition and vocational integration.
Objectives: To assess the level of life skills and vocational readiness among visually impaired youth; to determine the relationship between life skills and vocational readiness; and to examine their association with selected socio-demographic variables.
Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted among 40 visually impaired youth aged 16–24 years at the National Association for the Blind, New Delhi. Data were collected using a structured socio-demographic questionnaire, a Life Skills Assessment Scale (27 items), and a Vocational Readiness Scale (21 items). Reliability of tools was established using Cronbach’s alpha (0.72 and 0.80 respectively). Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results: The mean life skills score was 80.28 ± 7.25, indicating moderate-to-high levels. The mean vocational readiness score was 60.70 ± 9.30, indicating moderate readiness. A strong positive correlation (r = 0.781, p < 0.05) was observed between life skills and vocational readiness. No significant association was found between most socio-demographic variables and outcome scores.
Conclusion: Life skills significantly influence vocational readiness among visually impaired youth. Strengthening structured life skills training may enhance vocational integration and employment outcomes.
Keywords Visual impairment, Life skills, Vocational readiness, Youth, Self-efficacy, Rehabilitation
Published In Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-06-08
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.80553
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