Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Rehabilitation Counseling Education in Chicago United States | Illinois Institute of Technology
Illinois Institute of Technology
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,040
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Founded in 1995, Illinois Tech's rehabilitation counseling education program aims to develop future leaders in the field through advanced training. Faculty approach rehabilitation counseling as a specialized practice within professional counseling, focusing on helping individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses achieve both psychological and economic self-sufficiency.
Students enhance their teaching abilities by participating in curriculum design, delivering course instruction, and providing clinical supervision to master's students in our renowned program. This training starts in the first year with collaborative faculty research and progresses to independent research projects.
Program Mission and Goals
Rehabilitation counseling educators prepare future counselors to support diverse populations dealing with chronic illness, disability, and mental health challenges throughout their lives. Illinois Tech's Rehabilitation Counseling Education Program (RCEP) delivers a research-driven, student-centered curriculum that equips doctoral candidates to become counselor educators skilled in advanced counseling, higher education instruction, clinical supervision, research, scholarship, leadership, and advocacy.
Prior to graduation, students must demonstrate proficiency in these core areas:
Ethical, legal, and professional standards affecting rehabilitation and mental health counseling practice
Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Human development theories covering medical and psychological aspects of chronic conditions, disabilities, substance abuse, trauma, and co-occurring disorders
Career development models addressing employment trends, vocational counseling, and workplace demands in today's evolving job market
Historical foundations, philosophical approaches, and evidence-based practices in rehabilitation and mental health counseling
Research methodologies and program assessment, including study design, data analysis, and research communication
Clinical supervision techniques and theoretical frameworks
Educational strategies encompassing curriculum development, student evaluation, and adult learning principles
Leadership and advocacy skills
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Students initiate doctoral study upon completion of a master's degree and typically at least one year of professional experience post-master's degree. The entry-level master's degree must have been obtained from a program accredited by CACREP, or the student must provide satisfactory evidence of coursework meeting CACREP standards prior to beginning the program. Certification as a rehabilitation counselor through the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) and counseling licensure before entering the program is also highly encouraged.
All applications are evaluated on the basis of such factors as GPA, GRE, recommendations, and the applicant's professional statement. Admission criteria include:
Academic aptitude for doctoral-level study
Previous professional experience
Fitness for the profession, including self-awareness and emotional stability
Oral and written communication skills
Cultural sensitivity and awareness
Potential for scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy
Finalists will be contacted for a personal interview. Applications are usually accepted for students to begin in the fall semester, and supporting documents should be uploaded into the application system by March 15 for priority consideration.
Minimum requirements for admission include:
Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, preferably, with at least one year of post-master's work experience recommended
Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.0
Minimum graduate GPA 3.5
Minimum GRE: verbal 151 and quantitative 153 (in past five years)
Three letters of recommendation
Professional statement
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (transcripts must be uploaded into the application system)
Personal interview
For international students, minimum score on TOEFL 90
All applications are evaluated on the basis of such factors as GPA, GRE, recommendations, and the applicant's professional statement. Admission criteria include:
Academic aptitude for doctoral-level study
Previous professional experience
Fitness for the profession, including self-awareness and emotional stability
Oral and written communication skills
Cultural sensitivity and awareness
Potential for scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy
Finalists will be contacted for a personal interview. Applications are usually accepted for students to begin in the fall semester, and supporting documents should be uploaded into the application system by March 15 for priority consideration.
Minimum requirements for admission include:
Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, preferably, with at least one year of post-master's work experience recommended
Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.0
Minimum graduate GPA 3.5
Minimum GRE: verbal 151 and quantitative 153 (in past five years)
Three letters of recommendation
Professional statement
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (transcripts must be uploaded into the application system)
Personal interview
For international students, minimum score on TOEFL 90
Tuition
USD
32,040