vo·ca·tion·al \(ˈ) ̷ ̷|kāshənəl, -shnəl\adjective 1. a.: of, relating to, or concerned with a vocation b.: pursued as a vocation < vocational experience > 2.: of, relating to, or being in training in a specific skill or trade usually with a view to gainful employment soon after completion of the course < vocational school > < vocational guidance >