Schools need to clearly define "placement," which should align with applicable regulations or accreditation requirements. When the institutions ensure that their reporting employees are on the same page about what placement is and is not, it reduces the inconsistencies in reported data and ensures credibility of the organization and integrity of their programs. Maintaining detailed case notes when interviewing students on their journey to employment or failure to participate in employment activities is also important for protecting the school in the event of a lawsuit, which can be costly to settle. My primary responsibility is to ensure I understand the institution's established criteria for "placement" in the various programs assigned to me, as well as keeping accurate notes of student interactions in their student files.
