Section 6.05 - Counseling and Guidance(1) Counseling and guidance means the provision of professional advice and guidance to an individual that includes the collection and assessment of medical, personal, social, and vocational information, aptitude and interest testing, personal interviews and referral to other agencies or resources, as necessary.(2) Counseling and guidance services shall be provided by a Commission counselor to each individual throughout the vocational rehabilitation process for the purpose of:(a) assisting the individual in developing an IPE towards a suitable vocational goal;(b) reviewing progress towards the vocational goal, amending the IPE if necessary; and(c) developing the individual ability to seek and maintain employment.(3) The provision of counseling and guidance services is not subject to a determination of an individual's financial resources, comparable benefits, or Order of Selection criteria.