Case Study: Vocational Learning for Independence Economic of People with Hearing Impairment in Special School in Malang – Indonesia

People with hearing impairment in general have an abilities that are same with people in general. More specifically, they have a hearing impairment that affects their learning and communication processes. Based on these reasons, it is assumed that people with hearing impairment need an empowerment program to prepare job skills in order to ensure their economic independence. The aims of this study to determine the vocational learning program held in Special Schools. Vocational learning that has been held is correlated with conformity with the applicable vocational learning procedure. The research method uses a qualitative case study approach. Collecting data by interview and observation, with interview and observation instrument guidelines. Respondents involved in this study are teachers, parents, and people with hearing impairment. This research was conducted at the Pembina Special School Lawang, Malang-Indonesia. All information data collected have been analyzed using technical triangulation and source triangulation. The results of the observations showed that the Pembina Lawang special school Lawang has implemented vocational learning which consists of various vocations, namely make-up, fashion, automotive, ceramics skills, wood house, and agriculture. Based on these results of the analysis showed that the learning process needs a curriculum design for improving the learning focus. Furthermore, role of family is an important factor in supporting the ability of people with hearing impairment. Therefore, require continuous program development to ensure their job skills readiness.