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The Whole of Life Vocational Rehabilitation Project for People with Recent Spinal Cord Injury demonstrates an innovative approach by industry, health and training providers to assisting people with spinal injuries to return to the workforce. Between 2000 and 2002 the project delivered information technology training to 32 people in the spinal injury units of three Sydney hospitals. Many participants in the project's first phase have rejoined the workforce, while others are undertaking further education and training. The second phase of the vocational rehabilitation project is building on this success, and is focusing on tailoring training for individuals. Project participants will have more opportunities to gain vocational education and training (VET) credentials and greater access to computers outside teaching hours. A mentoring program is being established as part of the project and a comprehensive case management approach is being taken to follow up participants’ needs after they leave rehabilitation care.