Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Wisconsin-Stout

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 Online

Program 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 Degree

Application 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