### Question
How is the term vocational goal defined?


### Answer
The term **vocational goal** is defined in *38 U.S.C. § 3101* as the following:

> a gainful employment status consistent with a veteran's abilities, aptitudes, and interests

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 3101*
  - Heading: **PART III-READJUSTMENT AND RELATED BENEFITS > CHAPTER 31-TRAINING AND REHABILITATION FOR VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES**

