Program Details
University of Wisconsin-Stout offers an online counseling degree, the Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, which prepares students for careers working with individuals with all types of disabilities. You will learn to assist them with decision making, reaching their potential, and optimizing their personal, social, and economic independence. The goal of this rehabilitation counseling process is to facilitate independence and self-determination leading to positive vocational and psychosocial adjustment of persons with chronic illnesses and disabilities. Courses prepare students to provide individual and group counseling, vocational assessment, case management, service coordination, and consultation services. Some of the disabilities you may work with include:
- Physical
- Cognitive
- Intellectual
- Psychological
- Sensory
Graduates are eligible to take the national Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) examination.
% Online
Mostly OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Wisconsin-Stout is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- With exception to the 2 ½ day orientation, this cohort’s program is delivered entirely online.
- Two years of related work experience is required for admission