Functional Assessment Inventory – Personal Capacities Questionnaire (FAI-PCQ)

Learning Ability (ease and speed of learning new things)

Reading and Writing in English (in print or braille)

Memory (remembering information, directions, and daily tasks)

Perception (spatial orientation, following maps, seeing how things fit together)

Vision (with eyeglasses or contact lenses if worn)

Hearing (with a hearing aid if used)

Speech (clarity of spoken language to others)

Spoken Communication (understanding and speaking English)

Use of Arms (functional movement of both arms)

Use of Hands (dexterity, coordination, and self-care ability)

Speed (overall speed of physical movement)

Ability to Get Around (walking and traveling around town)

Ability to Do Heavy Work (physical activity, lifting, bending, and standing)

Endurance and Availability for Work (ability to work full-time or part-time)

Absence from Work (frequency of missing work due to illness or personal reasons)

Stability of Condition (whether the disability is stable, fluctuating, or worsening)

Work Record (history of steady employment, unemployment, or job changes)

Acceptability to Employers (perceived employer bias or reluctance to hire due to disability)

Personal Attractiveness (appearance, grooming, and hygiene)

Skills (possession of job-relevant skills or education)

Finances (impact of working on financial situation and disability benefits)

Availability of Job Opportunities (local job availability and transportation access)

Special Job Requirements (need for workplace accommodations or environmental controls)

Work Habits (punctuality, focus, and appropriate dress)

Encouragement from Family or Friends (support for returning to work)

Awareness of Abilities and Limitations (understanding of vocational strengths and weaknesses)

Getting Along with Supervisors and Co-workers (interpersonal relationships at work)

Judgment (decision-making and safety awareness)

Desire to Work (motivation and participation in rehabilitation programs)

Initiative and Problem-Solving Ability (independent action and finding solutions)