CA Welf & Inst Code Section 19151

(a)

The term “individual with a disability” means any individual who:

(1)

Has a physical or mental impairment which constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment.

(2)

Can benefit in terms of an employment outcome from vocational rehabilitation services provided pursuant to this chapter.

(b)

The term “Individual with a severe disability” shall have the same meaning as specified in the federal Rehabilitation Act and includes, but is not limited to, any individual who has a disability or is blind as determined pursuant to Subchapter 2 (commencing with Section 401) and Subchapter 16 (commencing with Section 1381) of Chapter 7 of Title 42 of the United States Code.