Increasing Awareness

Increasing Awareness, Understanding, and Appreciation of the Rehabilitation Counseling Profession

The Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation is an important one in the field of rehabilitation counseling for persons with disabilities. It signifies a level of career–specific education, a demonstrated understanding and application of key competencies, and ongoing career training and development. Individuals are measured and certified via a stringent CRC examination and an ongoing certification renewal process as governed by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).

The CRCC actively educates and promotes the importance of their CRC designation to ensure:

For the General Public

People make an informed decision when seeking a qualified and professional Rehabilitation Counselor.

For Educators

Universities and colleges support the rehabilitation counseling profession with appropriate communication, curriculum and testing to current and prospective student populations.

For Employment Organizations

Managers understand the added qualifications associated with the CRC designation in their hiring and staffing practices.

For Legislators

Lawmakers recognize and acknowledge the importance of qualified, professional rehabilitation counseling services in maintaining and increasing access for persons with disabilities.