Develop an understanding of and sensitivity to the psychological, social, interpersonal, family and cultural aspects of and adjustments to disability, including successful vocational outcomes.

Appraises medical implications in rehabilitation: nature, cause, treatment, limitation, progress, social and occupational aspects of injury, medical terminology and the role of medical specialist.

Understanding of applications of appropriate statistical techniques and necessary skills for interpretation and evaluation of research in human services. Emphasizes basic concepts, design and utilization of behavioral research.

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.

Analyze counseling theories as they are applied to rehabilitation.

An integrated perspective of the stages of groups, basic concepts and goals of groups with rehabilitation clients.

Field experience for qualified Rehabilitation Counseling majors at approved locations. Written application to faculty internship supervisor at least one semester before registration. S/U graded.

Prerequisites

(RCS 630 with a minimum grade of C) and (RCS 694 with a minimum grade of S)

Meets minimum of 12 hours per week. Qualified human services majors engage in counseling interviews and activities under the supervision of one or more university staff members. S/U graded.

Prerequisites

(RCS 630 and RCS 632 with a minimum grade of C)

This graduate seminar will focus on core issues confronting the field of rehabilitation. Issues will be examined from a historical, theoretical and research perspective.

Major counseling theories are comprehensively reviewed in terms of their utility with individuals who have disabilities and in order to enhance student preparation for rehabilitation counselor education and supervision.

Prerequisites

RCS 630 with a minimum grade of C