Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
Certification Provider
Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC)
Best For
Rehabilitation Counselors, Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists, Disability Services Managers, Career Counselors with a focus on disability, Licensed Professional Counselors with an interest in rehabilitation, Case Managers in disability-related services
Description
The Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) credential, provided by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), is a prestigious certification for professionals in the field of vocational rehabilitation. It signifies expertise in assisting individuals with disabilities to achieve their personal, career, and independent living goals through a counseling process. CRC candidates must meet rigorous educational and experiential prerequisites and pass a comprehensive examination. This certification is widely recognized and respected, often required for advanced positions in the rehabilitation counseling field.
Includes Certification
Yes
Prerequisites
A master's degree or higher in Rehabilitation Counseling from a Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) or Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited program, or a master's degree or higher in a related field with specific coursework requirements.
Completion of supervised clinical experience in rehabilitation counseling as part of the degree program or post-degree, with the amount of required hours varying based on the educational background.
For those without a CORE or CACREP accredited degree, a minimum number of post-graduate employment hours in the rehabilitation counseling field is required, which varies depending on the level of education and the nature of the degree.
Agreement to adhere to the CRCC Code of Professional Ethics for Rehabilitation Counselors.
Successful passing of the CRC Examination, which assesses knowledge in areas such as counseling theory and practice, vocational assessment, and disability and career development.
Completion of an application process that includes documentation of education, supervised experience, and employment, as well as an application fee.