### Question
How does the law define preparatory services?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 2471*, **preparatory services** is defined as:

> services, programs, or activities designed to assist individuals who are not enrolled in vocational education programs in the selection of, or preparation for participation in, an appropriate vocational education or training program, such as—


(A) services, programs, or activities related to outreach to or recruitment of potential vocational education students

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 2471*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 44-VOCATIONAL EDUCATION > SUBCHAPTER V-GENERAL PROVISIONS > Part C-Definitions**

