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Maryville University, with
its focus on student-centered learning in smaller classrooms, helps
shape the values, attitudes and skills necessary to provide
effective services to a diverse client base. The liberal arts
foundation of a Bachelor's in Science in Rehabilitation Services
degree at Maryville University develops within the student an
appreciation of the broad influences and concerns that impact the
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With this understanding of the total dimensions of the individual,
Maryville University Rehabilitation Services graduates are prepared
to be effective professionals.
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A Bachelor's in Science in Rehabilitation Services will provide a
blend of coursework and field experiences designed to provide a
foundation in the purpose, process and skills of rehabilitation
service delivery.
Rehabilitation Services is part of a growing program in the School
of Health Professions. Upon completion of a Bachelor of Science in
Rehabilitation Services, a student can continue their clinical
and educational advancement at Maryville University by applying to
the Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling program.
Program Objectives
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Program graduates will
demonstrate an understanding of the individual and
society and how societal perspectives impact
perspectives on disability.
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Program graduates will
demonstrate an understanding of the principles,
philosophies, history, policies, laws, practices and
ethics related to the field of rehabilitation.
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Program gradates will
demonstrate the ability to use effective communication
and helping skills.
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Program graduates will
demonstrate and understanding of an sensitivity to a
range of disabilities including physical, psychiatric,
developmental, with particular attention to how these
impact independent living skills.
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Program graduates will
demonstrate the ability to assist people with
disabilities access vocational opportunities in the
community by gaining knowledge and skills in job
development, job placement and supported employment.
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Program graduates will
demonstrate the ability to provide effective case
management services to the community.
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Program graduates will
demonstrate their commitment to continued professional
growth and development. |
Early Access
Baccalaureate students who meet the requisite grade point
average and coursework may be eligible for the bridge/early access
program to the MA in Rehabilitation Counseling at Maryville. Please
see a description of the Psychology major with a concentration in
Rehabilitation within the School of Liberal Arts and Professional
Programs (www.maryville.edu/academics/lp/Programs).
This program also offers early access to the graduate program in
Rehabilitation Counseling.
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As a graduate, students have the knowledge and experience
necessary to work in a front line position of a community
rehabilitation agency. The program curriculum focuses on a blend of
course work and field experiences designed to provide a foundation
in the purpose, process and skills of rehabilitation service
delivery. Career opportunities for Rehabilitation Services graduates
include: non-profit organizations, state and federal government,
rehabilitation managers, vocational specialists, case managers,
program managers, independent living specialists, protection and
advocacy specialists, residential managers and private for profit
companies.
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 Bachelor
of Science in Rehabilitation Services
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General
Education Requirements |
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Rehabilitation Services Core Courses |
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| REHB 105 The Individual and
Society: Perspectives on Disability |
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REHB
110 The Rehabilitation System: History, Philosophy, Laws and
Structure |
3 |
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220 Medical Aspects of Disability |
3 |
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230 Communication and Helping Skills |
3 |
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240 Independent Living: Consumer Involvement and Self
Management |
3 |
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320 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment |
3 |
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REHB 330
Advanced Helping Skills |
3 |
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REHB 340
Supported Employment |
3 |
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400 Rehabilitation Internship: A Systems Perspective |
3 |
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401 Internship in Rehabilitation Services |
3 |
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566 Substance Abuse Rehabilitation |
3 |
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567 Case Management & Disability Management |
3 |
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568 Psychiatric Rehabilitation |
3 |
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Optional Specialty Tracks
that can be included in the Bachelor of Science in
Rehabilitation Services are Independent Living and
Psychiatric Rehabilitation. Curriculum is based on a
comprehensive holistic approach, and is guided by the
Council of Rehabilitation Education Undergraduate Disability
and Rehabilitation guidelines.
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| Independent Living Track |
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REHB
430 History of Independent Living |
3 |
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440 Case Management and Independent Living
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450
Advocacy and Disability |
3 |
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460 Personal Services and
Disability |
3 |
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Rehabilitation Track |
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410 Psychiatric Case Management |
3 |
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420 The Mental Health and Rehabilitation Services System I
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3 |
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421 The Mental Health and Rehabilitation Services System II
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422 The Mental Health and Rehabilitation Services System III
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420, 421 & 422 are consecutive courses taught as Capstone
courses for the program. |
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