Because of the vocational emphasis in the two‐year college, placement is even more important here than in other institutions. Statistics accentuate the employment needs of two‐year college students during their attendance at college and after graduation. Despite the needs, placement services have not been adequately developed. Counseling needs in the two‐year colleges are varied and complex. There is a need for career counseling, counseling for career flexibility, preparing for the job interview and how to keep a job, follow‐up, counseling and developing opportunities for minorities as well as concern with handicapped, veterans, and marginal students. Community awareness and participation is essential. To accomplish this, an adequate, well‐prepared staff is