Evaluating curricular influence on preparation for practice, career outcomes, and job satisfaction
Keywords:
Rehabilitation counseling, program outcomes, academic graduate program, workforce development, career satisfaction
Abstract
Alumni of a Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE)–accredited graduate rehabilitation counselor education (RCE) program were surveyed to evaluate career outcomes, job satisfaction, licensure and certification rates, client populations served, and RCE program satisfaction and effectiveness. Results indicate a high level of satisfaction with the program and career outcomes and confirm the program's effectiveness in meeting the education and career needs of its graduates. Information obtained provides valuable insight for other RCE programs that aspire to improve and grow to meet the needs of their students and the field.
Citation
Smith, T. J., Reid, J. A., Henry, R. G., Dixon, C. G., & Wright, T. (2013). Evaluating curricular influence on preparation for practice, career outcomes, and job satisfaction: Results from an alumni survey of a 40-year rehabilitation and mental health counseling program. Rehabilitation Research, Policy, and Education, 27(1), 43-57. doi:10.1891/2168-6653.27.1.43.