Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-25-2024
Abstract
This study aimed to examine the literature on the skill sets of autistic individuals and determine how these skills align with current and projected future labour market needs. Based on a literature review, researchers identified the following skill categories common to autistic individuals: visual skills, attention to detail and systemizing composite skills. Researchers then gathered aggregated data on occupations and industries from over 90 state and federal sources in the United States. Next, they collected data on the most in-demand jobs, their industries and relevant skills by analysing hundreds of millions of online job postings. The results indicate the most viable occupations aligned with each skill category. There is minimal available research using labour market data to generate special education goals and transition plans for autistic students. By providing educators and practitioners with critical information regarding viable employment pathways, all stakeholders can more effectively and equitably prepare autistic individuals for the 21st-century workforce.
Recommended Citation
Griffiths, A.J., Hurley-Hanson, A.E., Giannantonio, C.M., Nash, A.M., Walrod, W., Walrod, P. et al. (2024) Identifying critical employability skills for employment success of autistic individuals: A content analysis of job postings. Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs. https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-3802.12651
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Comments
This article was originally published in Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs in 2024. https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-3802.12651