Rehabilitation Counseling Certificate Program
This graduate-level certificate is designed to provide the coursework needed to pursue
the Certified Rehabilitation
Counselor (CRC) credential through the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).
The program focuses on core areas of rehabilitation counseling, including disability
and medical aspects of
impairment, vocational assessment, case management, counseling theory and practice,
and ethical rehabilitation
services. These courses align with the CRCC knowledge domains and help prepare professionals
to meet the
educational requirements necessary to apply for the CRC certification exam.
Designed for professionals with graduate training in counseling or related fields,
this certificate provides a pathway to
complete prerequisite coursework and strengthen competencies in serving individuals
with disabilities, supporting
eligibility to pursue national certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor.
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Coursework is offered in the following areas: |
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Career Development in Rehabilitation Counseling |
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Psychosocial Aspects of Disability |
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Medical Aspects of Disability in Rehabilitation Counseling |
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Case Management and Health Systems in Rehabilitation Counseling |
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Mental Health Counseling |
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Ethical and Professional Foundations in Rehabilitation Counseling |
Counseling Certificate Program Admission Requirements
Counseling Certificate Program Admission Requirements
- Current resume/CV (with education, experience, and licenses/certifications).
- Statement of intent (250-500 words) aligned to your chosen certificate(s).
- *Please indicate how his certificate aligns with your career goals.
- One (1) recommendation: advisor or supervisor attesting to academic/professional readiness.
- Official or unofficial transcripts (highest degree earned; current students include in-progress transcript).
- Proof of licensure/credential (if applicable).
- English proficiency evidence if required (international applicants).
Additional Items - Program-Specific (if requested)
- Play Therapy: prior coursework in child/adolescent counseling or equivalent experience.
- School Counseling: evidence of K-12 field experience (or plan to obtain).
- Marriage & Family: systems/family therapy fundamentals completed or planned.
- Rehabilitation: disability studies/rehab counseling foundations preferred.
*All programs require a $50 application fee
Certificate Program Timeline
- Applications open April 15th.
- Applications Close June 15th.
- Interviews July 1st.
- Acceptance Letters July 15th.
- Fall '26 start August