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The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling (MSRC) Program provides students with the opportunity to earn a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling and be eligible to sit for the national Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) examination. Candidates may also pursue the state Professional Counselor licensure (LPC). Employees of state vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies, non-traditional students, students with disabilities, and students from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The MSRC Program is offered in two formats: on-campus and distance learning. The distance learning format includes a combination of on-line and on-campus courses.
Mission
The Mission of the Rehabilitation Counseling Program (MSRC) is to advance the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to work with persons who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities.
Career Opportunities
Rehabilitation counselors work in diverse settings: State and federal departments of rehabilitation services, independent living centers, special education/transition programs, psychiatric rehabilitation programs, developmental disability programs, substance abuse programs, hospitals, disability management programs in business and industry, and other agencies in both the private and public sectors.
Rehabilitation counselors assist individuals who, because of disabilities, are unable to obtain competitive employment and/or achieving independent living goals. Rehabilitation counselors have a multifaceted role that includes vocational services, case management, job development, and placement counseling. For additional information about rehabilitation profession, visit http://www.rehabjobs.org. The Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) is the accrediting body for graduate level rehabilitation counseling programs.
First priority for admission will be given to applicants who currently work as rehabilitation counselors, work in the field of rehabilitative services, or plan to seek employment as rehabilitation counselors.
Curriculum Requirements
The MSRC Program requires the successful completion of 51 hours of graduate course work. If an applicant is admitted to the Distance Learning (DL) program, the program must be completed through DL. Accepted candidates may not switch between the DL and the on-campus programs.
In the event that accepted candidates may need to switch programs for substantive reasons, it will be necessary that a formal written request, with explanation for the change, be submitted to the Program Coordinator. If permission is granted, written notification will be provided to the candidate by the Program Coordinator. Request for switching programs can only be submitted once during the duration of the program.
Program Requirements
Admission Requirements for On-Campus and Distance Learning Concentration:
To be eligible for acceptance into the Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling (MSRC) Program, the applicant must have:
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A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
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An acceptable Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score within the last five years
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A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.7
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An acceptable interview with graduate faculty, faculty from the Rehabilitation Counseling program, and representatives of public, community, or private rehabilitation.
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Nonrefundable application processing fee
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Three professional references
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Two sets of official transcripts from each college and university previously mentioned
Application Deadline
Admission application deadline for Fall ( August) enrollment is April 15th.
Admission application deadline for Spring (January) enrollment is November 15th.
Admission application deadline for Summer (May) enrollment is April 1th.
Transfer Credits
In accordance with the policy of the School of Graduate Studies at Winston-Salem State University and the national accreditation standards for MSRC Program, applicants may be allowed to transfer up to six (6) credit hours from an accredited graduate school program.Courses from undergraduate programs are not acccepted for transfer into the MRC Program
Degree Requirements:
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Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the program to remain in good academic standing.
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Student may be subject to dismissal from the program if they receive more than two grades of C, an F, or a U.
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Students must complete a comprehensive examination and a thesis or capstone project.
Time Limits for Completion
The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling curriculum may be completed in a minimum of two (2) years of full-time study (at least 9-12 credit hours per semester) and one 8- week summer session (6 credit hours total).
Professional Work Requirements
In addition to completing the coursework for obtaining a MSRC degree, students are also required to complete a 100 clock-hour practicum and a 600 clock-hour internship in an approved internship site under University supervision.
Click here to view the MRC Internship Manual.