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Rehabilitation Counseling MA
Rehabilitation counselors make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
We're waiving application fees for all current UNC students and alumni!
The application fee waiver applies only to the UNC Graduate School application. Students applying to programs with a Centralized Application Service (CAS) application will still need to pay for the CAS application.
M.A.
Credits: 60
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall and Spring
This is one of the top programs of its kind in the United States. We are known for our exceptional classroom teachers. They are also experts and researchers in the field of Rehabilitation Counseling.
Superior Training and Outstanding Job Opportunities
You’ll take part in a supervised practicum in our Rehabilitation Counseling Clinic. Here you’ll get experience counseling clients under observation and supervision. You’ll also complete 600 hours of internship. This includes 240 hours of service to people with disabilities.
You will receive specialized training in:
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Social, psychological and medical aspects of disabilities.
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Vocational assessment and job placement of people with disabilities.
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Rehabilitation counseling theories and techniques.
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Improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
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Evaluating research in the field of human rehabilitation.
Small class sizes and one-on-one mentoring and supervision contribute to student success.
Where can your degree take you?
Career Opportunities:
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State rehabilitation agencies
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Mental health centers
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Schools
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Insurance companies
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Hospitals
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Independent-living centers
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Correctional facilities
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Private practice
