in the united states, gcdfs are sometimes still recognized as cdfs and work in government agencies and employment offices, in private practice as "coaches," and in colleges and universities (splete & hoppin, 2000). one of the more auspicious places gcdfs are found in the united states is career one stop centers, which are sponsored by the u.s. department of labor. the gcdfs at centers like these work with people who are making career transitions. also, in 2006, the state of south carolina passed legislation requiring all middle and secondary schools to have a career facilitation and guidance services available to students.