A planning model is presented which was used throughout the development of state and local and vocational guidance models and plans for West Virginia. The general planning model upon which the state model is based is also included. The planning model used is outlined in eighteen steps: (1) identify the problem; (2) decision makers awareness; (3) assign resources; (4) identify and involve community task force members; (5) identify and review information; (6) develop and/or select needs assessment instrument and processes; (7) conduct needs assessment; (8) analysis of assessment data; (9) analysis of resources such as staff, materials and facilities; (10) establish goals; (11) establish objectives; (12) develop a comprehensive model plan; (13) develop a feasible plan based on priority needs and obtainable resources; (14) obtain approval for field testing for purposes of evaluation and revision; (15) implement on a limited basis; (16) evaluation; (17) revision; and (18) submit for final approval. An explanation is provided on the application of the adapted planning model for development of a career and vocational guidance model. Planning model resource material is presented in the appendix. (LRA)