Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling - Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling Option, M.S.

Master of Science Degree Requirements

The Option in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (CRC) is a 60-unit program designed for individuals seeking advanced preparation for careers in serving individuals with disabilities in both private and public rehabilitation agencies and programs. This accredited option prepares culturally competent counselors using evidence-based and emerging best practices to work with a range of disabilities. The program has earned top rankings in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and is a national leader in hands-on, real world rehabilitation experience in California and beyond.

The Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling option focuses on an integration of theory, skill and practice in counseling, specializing in working with persons with disabilities from diverse backgrounds. The Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling option requires knowledge organized around core foundation courses, interpersonal growth experiences, diversity competency, advanced content and practice courses, and an intensive field experience placement. The CRC option qualifies students to sit for the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (C.R.C.) examination leading to a preeminent national credential. Students are also prepared to become a licensed professional counselor. The CRC option is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).