Vocational Rehabilitation Services Global Market Report 2026

Vocational rehabilitation comprises a range of services designed to facilitate the employment or reemployment of individuals with disabilities, injuries, or impairments. These services can be tailored to the specific needs of each individual.

The primary categories of vocational rehabilitation services include counseling and guidance, assistance with job searching and placement, vocational and other training programs, evaluation of physical and mental impairments, provision of on-the-job or personal assistance, interpreter services, support for obtaining occupational licenses, technical guidance for those pursuing self-employment, and supported employment services, among others. Occupational licensing involves a form of government regulation that mandates obtaining a license, often at a cost, to practice a particular profession or occupation. These services address a wide range of physical, mental, and job-related disabilities. They can be provided in both in-patient and out-patient care settings.

Tariffs are indirectly impacting the vocational rehabilitation services market by increasing costs for imported training equipment, assistive technologies, digital platforms, and rehabilitation tools. Service providers in North America and Europe face higher program delivery expenses, while developing regions encounter affordability challenges. These cost pressures may slow service expansion. However, tariffs are also encouraging local sourcing of assistive devices, domestic training solution development, and greater emphasis on community-based rehabilitation models.

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The vocational rehabilitation services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.18 billion in 2025 to $5.45 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing workforce participation initiatives for disabled individuals, expansion of public rehabilitation programs, rising workplace injury cases, growth of supported employment services, development of structured vocational training frameworks.

The vocational rehabilitation services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.84 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for inclusive employment solutions, rising investments in digital rehabilitation platforms, expansion of employer partnerships for job placement, growing focus on long-term employability outcomes, increasing use of data analytics for program optimization. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing integration of digital skill assessment tools, rising adoption of remote vocational training programs, growing focus on outcome-oriented rehabilitation services, expansion of employer-linked placement models, enhanced personalization of rehabilitation pathways.

An increase in the number of companies expressing interest in hiring individuals with disabilities is expected to drive the vocational rehabilitation services market. There is a rise in companies recruiting people with disabilities to empower them and also provide them with a source of income opportunity, which in turn benefits the company with loyal employees and a diverse workplace. For instance, in April 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), a U.S. government agency, in 2024, the employment-population ratio for people with a disability reached 22.7 percent, the highest level on record since data collection began, with the labor force participation rate at 24.5 percent.

The increasing disability rate is expected to propel the growth of vocational rehabilitation market going forward. Rising rates of disability result in increased demand for services to support individuals with disabilities in gaining employment and independence. This growth is facilitated by government funding, legislative measures, greater awareness, advancements in rehabilitation techniques, corporate inclusion efforts, an aging population, and the economic impact of disabilities. Additionally, technological advancements and improved career resilience contribute to the expansion of this market, ensuring that individuals with disabilities have access to resources and support for meaningful employment and a better quality of life. For instance, in March 2024, according to the House of Commons Library, a UK-based national library, in the period from October to December 2023, the number of employed working-age individuals with disabilities stood at 5.53 million, marking a growth of 338,000 compared to the figures reported from October to December 2022. Therefore, the increasing disability rate is driving the growth of vocational rehabilitation market.

Major organizations and providers operating in the Vocational Rehabilitation Services market are increasingly focusing on deploying technology-enhanced rehabilitation solutions, such as robotic and virtual reality (VR) therapy platforms, to meet the rising demand for effective, personalized, and engaging rehabilitation programs driven by the growing prevalence of neurological and musculoskeletal disorders, increasing awareness of disability inclusion, and the need to improve employability and functional independence among persons with disabilities. Robotic and VR rehabilitation platforms are advanced digital and mechanical systems that integrate immersive virtual environments, sensor-driven robotics, and real-time feedback to deliver tailored exercises that enhance motor skills, balance, coordination, and cognitive engagement, offering a more precise and motivating alternative to conventional manual therapy that may be limited in intensity, tracking, or patient adherence. For instance, in July 2025, Medical Rehabilitation Center (MRC), a Kolkata, India-based rehabilitation services provider, launched a state-of-the-art Robotic & Virtual Reality Rehab Unit, designed to accelerate neuroplastic recovery and functional skill development for individuals with neurological, spinal, or movement impairments. The system combines robotic-assisted motor training with immersive VR exercises, providing gamified therapy modules, real-time performance analytics, and personalized training paths that enhance patient engagement, adherence, and outcomes. This innovative approach allows patients to regain critical motor functions and vocational readiness more effectively than traditional physiotherapy methods, while enabling therapists to track progress, adjust treatment intensity, and optimize rehabilitation protocols. The launch of the MRC Robotic & VR Rehab Unit underscores a broader market trend toward integrated, technology-driven vocational rehabilitation solutions that leverage digital tools to improve functional recovery, enhance employability, and support inclusive workforce participation for individuals with disabilities.

Major companies operating in the vocational rehabilitation services market are Rehabilitation Services Administration, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, illuminate VR Services Ltd., Vocational Rehabilitation Association, Easterseals Northern Indiana Inc., RISE Inc., Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, New York State Education Department, Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration, Arkansas Rehabilitation Services, California Department of Rehabilitation, Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services, Delaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, District of Columbia Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services, Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Kansas Rehabilitation Services, Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services, Maine Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services, Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Minnesota Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation, Montana Vocational Rehabilitation, Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation, Nevada Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation

Western Europe was the largest region in the vocational rehabilitation services market in 2025. Asia-Pacific was the second-largest region in the vocational rehabilitation services market. The regions covered in the vocational rehabilitation services market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the vocational rehabilitation services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The vocational rehabilitation services market consists of revenues earned by entities by career assessment and evaluation, training, general skill improvement, refresher courses, on-the-job training, career counseling, job searches, and consultation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses vocational rehabilitation services market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Service: Counselling And Guidance; Job Search And Placement Assistance; Vocational And Other Training Services; Evaluation Of Physical And Mental Impairments; On-The-Job Or Personal Assistance Services; Interpreter Services; Occupational Licenses; Technical Assistance For Self-Employment; Supported Employment Services
• 2) By Disability: Physical; Mental; Disability Occurred During Job
• 3) By Care Settings: In-patient; Out-patient
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Counselling And Guidance: Career Counseling; Psychological Counseling; Vocational Assessment; Job Readiness Coaching
• 2) By Job Search And Placement Assistance: Job Matching And Referral; Resume Writing Assistance; Interview Coaching; Job Placement Services
• 3) By Vocational And Other Training Services: Skill Development Programs; Job-Specific Training; Certification And Credential Programs; Computer And IT Training; Soft Skills Training (Communication, Teamwork)
• 4) By Evaluation Of Physical And Mental Impairments: Physical Therapy Assessments; Psychological Assessments; Functional Capacity Evaluations; Cognitive Testing
• 5) By On-The-Job Or Personal Assistance Services: Job Coaching; Personal Assistance For Daily Activities; Workplace Modifications; Peer Support Services
• 6) By Interpreter Services: Sign Language Interpreting; Written Translation Services; Real-Time Captioning; Assistive Technology For Communication
• 7) By Occupational Licenses: Assistance With Certification And Licensing; Licensing Exam Preparation; Legal And Regulatory Support
• 8) By Technical Assistance For Self-Employment: Business Planning Assistance; Funding And Financial Guidance; Marketing And Sales Support; Legal And Compliance Support
• 9) By Supported Employment Services: Job Training And Placement With Support; Job Retention Services; Customized Employment; Worksite Support
• Companies Mentioned: Rehabilitation Services Administration; Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment; illuminate VR Services Ltd.; Vocational Rehabilitation Association; Easterseals Northern Indiana Inc.; RISE Inc.; Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency; New York State Education Department; Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services; Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development; Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration; Arkansas Rehabilitation Services; California Department of Rehabilitation; Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services; Delaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; District of Columbia Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services; Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Kansas Rehabilitation Services; Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation; Louisiana Rehabilitation Services; Maine Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services; Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission; Michigan Rehabilitation Services; Minnesota Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services; Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation; Montana Vocational Rehabilitation; Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation; Nevada Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
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