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Rehabilitation Counseling Certification

The Rehabilitation Counseling and Services Program encourages all master's students to become Certi­fied Rehabilitation Counselors and some employers require certification as a condition of employment.  Applications for certification may be requested from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Graduates from rehabilitation counseling programs are also eligible for certifications in other types of counseling including general counseling (NCC), addictions counseling (MAC), vocational evaluation (CVE), case manager (CCM), and disability management specialist (CDMS).  The completion of appropriate supervised postgraduate clinical experience is required.  In addition, specialty training may be required.  Students who wish to seek certification should consult the specific standards and requirements for the desired certification. 

Licensure

The master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling is accepted in all states that currently have counselor licensure laws.  However, the completion of two to three years of appropriate supervised postgraduate clinical experience is required.  Additional course work may also be required.  Students who wish to seek licensure should consult the specific state standards and requirements.  Information on Florida licensing laws can be found at State of Florida Department of Health website.