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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
2025-02-01
Medium of studying
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Counselling | Rehabilitation Services | Vocational Rehabilitation
Area of study
Welfare
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-08-01-
2025-02-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Hofstra University's Rehabilitation Counseling program (MS and MS in Mental Health) prepares students to assist individuals with disabilities through CACREP-accredited training. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, the program empowers students with specialized skills for diverse career opportunities, including CRC and LMHC certifications. Boasting expert faculty and competitive pricing, the program sets graduates on a path to make a meaningful impact in the lives of people with disabilities.

Program Outline

The program also offers an advanced certificate program. The program aims to develop specialized skills and understanding of what is required to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. The program prepares students to be eligible for the certification exam in both the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York State.


Teaching:

The program features expert faculty who bring their experience in the field to the classroom. These renowned scholars are committed to the program's values of empowerment, collaboration, holism, innovation, and quality. The program combines classroom instruction with pre-practicum, practicum, and internship experience and training at rehabilitation facilities in the Long Island and the New York metropolitan areas.


Careers:

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a 13% increase in employment for rehabilitation counselors through 2026 – faster than the national average for all occupations. The program has an outstanding record of graduates employed in the field, from state-federal rehabilitation agencies to medical centers and from substance abuse programs to private practice.


Other:

The program is priced competitively and based on the graduate tuition rate per credit hour. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates. The program is licensure-qualifying, preparing students to be eligible for the certification exam in both the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York State.

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