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CERTIFICATE OF GRADUATE STUDY IN
PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION
School of Medicine |
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The School of
Medicine offers a cross-disciplinary program that provides
focused training in the area of psychiatric rehabilitation.
The 24 semester Certificate of Graduate Study in Psychiatric
Rehabilitation offers specialized knowledge and skills training
for professionals assisting individuals who have severe, long-term
mental illnesses and need to secure and maintain employment.
This program presents a unique opportunity to address the need
for professionals who are cross-trained to work with both mental
health issues and vocational concerns. Key content areas of
study in the certificate program include the characteristics
of severe long-term mental illnesses, assessment, treatment,
rehabilitation methods, and the recovery process. Courses
are available on-line or on campus. |
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Admissions Requirements |
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For admission to The
Graduate School, a baccalaureate or higher degree from a college
or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency is
normally required. Applicants
should submit a complete application packet including official
transcripts of college academic work, letters of recommendation,
and official score on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
The Graduate Bulletin and
Admission Application are available on-line. |
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Degree Requirements |
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A total of 24 credit hours are
required for completion of the certificate. This includes
the following: |
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Courses |
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Required Courses (12 semester hours) |
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NPSY 755 |
Fundamentals of Psychiatric Rehabilitation |
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NPSY 756 |
Vocational Implications of Psychiatric Disabilities |
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NPSY 757 |
Psychopathology for Counselors |
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NPSY 758 |
Classification and Assessment of Mental Disorders |
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Electives (9 semester hours) |
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NPSY 760 |
Alcohol and Drug Dependency |
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NPSY 761 |
Dual Disorders |
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NPSY 714 |
Rehabilitation Assessment OR |
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Any course from Rehabilitation Counseling Master’s Program OR |
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Another course as approved by the Program Director |
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Field Study (3 semester hours) |
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