University of Wisconsin - Stout

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S. - Vocational Rehabilitation

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

In UW-Stout's MS in Vocational Rehabilitation you will learn to assist individuals of all ages with physical, cognitive, and sensory disabilities to reach their potential. The program offers concentrations in Vocational Evaluation, or Rehabilitation Counseling; some students pursue both.

The Rehabilitation Counseling Concentration is also available online for working professionals with two or more years experience in rehabilitation services or a related field.

Concentration Objectives:
Vocational Evaluation
1) Understand the rehabilitation process and the role of evaluators in assisting persons with disabilities to reach their potential.
2) Be able to facilitate client decision-making through evaluation tools, techniques and counseling procedures.
3) Effectively communicate with clients, their family or significant others, and other rehabilitation counselors.
4) Acquire practical experience in evaluation through practicum and internships.

Rehabilitation Counseling (online option available)
1) Understand vocational rehabilitation and the role of rehabilitation cournselors.
2) Perform rehabilitation and independent living planning and case managment tasks for persons with disabilities.
3) Implement rehabilitation and independent living plans by using community resources and performing job development activities.
4) Acquire practical experinece in rehabilitation counseling through practicum and internships

Vocational Evaluation and Rehabilitation Counseling
Dual Concentration
Graduates will be eligible to sit for the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor CRC exam

Accreditation:

The Graduate School at UW-Stout is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (NCA) to offer programs at the master's and education specialist levels. Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE).

Eligibility Requirements:

2.75 undergraduate GPA
Rehabilitation Counseling concentration (Current employment in the vocational rehabilitation field)

# of Credits Required:

48

International Student Requirements:

Minimum requirement TOEFL iBT of 79; IELTS 6.5 Note: School code for ETS (TOEFL) = 1740 •Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended (translated into English), as well as proof of baccalaureate and/or highest degree earned •Financial certification providing evidence of sufficient financial resources are available to cover your expenses.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

400 USD

Tuition In-State Full Time:

9600 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Distant Town

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999