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How much do vocational expert jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for vocational expert in the United States is $31.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vocational expert?

A Vocational Expert (VE) is a professional who evaluates an individual's ability to work, often in legal or disability cases. They analyze work histories, skills, and job availability to determine employability. VEs frequently testify in Social Security Disability hearings and other legal proceedings to provide expert opinions on work capability. Their assessments help decision-makers understand whether an individual can perform jobs despite their limitations.

What types of cases or settings do vocational experts typically work in?

Vocational Experts are most commonly involved in Social Security disability hearings, workers’ compensation cases, and personal injury litigation, where they assess a person's ability to work given their limitations. They can work in settings such as courtrooms, government agencies, private consulting firms, and rehabilitation centers. On a daily basis, Vocational Experts collaborate with attorneys, medical professionals, and clients to gather vocational and medical information, perform evaluations, and sometimes provide expert witness testimony. This diverse work environment offers exposure to a variety of case types and can contribute to strong professional growth over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vocational expert, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Vocational Expert, you need a thorough understanding of labor market trends, vocational counseling, disability evaluation, and often a degree in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, or a related field. Experience with vocational assessment tools, job analysis software, and familiarity with legal or Social Security Administration procedures is often required. Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to present complex information effectively are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial to providing accurate job suitability assessments and effective testimony in legal or rehabilitation settings.

How do you become a vocational expert?

To become a vocational expert, typically one needs a background in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, or a related field, along with experience in employment or disability assessment. Certification from professional organizations, such as the American Board of Vocational Experts, can enhance credibility, and strong skills in report writing and testimony are essential for the role.

How much do vocational experts make?

Vocational experts typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of cases they handle. They often work in legal or insurance settings, providing assessments related to employment and disability evaluations.
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Infographic showing various Vocational Expert job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $66,243 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

Licensed Vocational Nurse - School (LVN)

Covelo Group

Glendale, CA

$31 - $41.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Overview

Covelo Group is seeking an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN ) to join our Educational Services team. If you're looking for a rewarding career meeting the unique needs of students in a school setting, this could be the role for you.

Covelo Group's expert recruiters connect qualified allied health professionals with school districts across the U.S. We don't place our applicants in just any job - we partner with you to match you with the right position to match your skills and advance your unique career goals.

Job Summary

As a school LVN, you will support the school nursing staff by providing basic care to students. Under the supervision of your school district clinical team, you are required to promote disease prevention, health, and well-being among the student population you serve. As part of these responsibilities, you will be expected to keep records of students' immunizations, and relevant health histories, in addition to monitoring conditions and administering medication in adherence to provided medical orders. Your students will vary in age from grades K-12, depending on the school to which you will be assigned within the district.

You'll need to meet the unique healthcare needs of students within the school, which could be related to chronic health conditions, individual healthcare plans, individual education plans, or a variety of health conditions ranging from typical to acute.

We are looking for a versatile LVN who is willing to collaborate with a diverse group of students, educators, and administrators. Our ideal applicant is compassionate, steady under pressure, and capable of meeting the various healthcare needs of medically fragile students.

Benefits Package

  • Competitive compensation

  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more starting the first of the month after 30 days of full-time employment.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides emergency care to ill or injured students

  • Verifies health and immunization status of students, taking appropriate action to assure compliance with state law and district policy/ procedures

  • Assists with screening clinics

  • Immunizes students in district immunization clinics

  • Maintains and coordinates health information for individual education programs (IEPs)

  • Confers with students, parents, and staff regarding student health

  • Types and maintains health office records, reports, files, and supplies

Qualifications

Education

  • Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program

Experience

  • 1 year of experience as an LVN in a school setting preferred

Licensure and Certifications

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of practice

  • BLS certification

At Covelo Group, we advocate for our candidates to secure the best possible compensation and benefits packages available. If you're looking to take your healthcare career to the next level, we want to hear from you today!

This pay range represents Covelo Group's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances. Covelo Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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