Rehabilitation and Disability Services

Students in this degree are preparing as entry-level professionals in the area of human/social services to persons with disabilities. The required courses provide a basic background in disability and rehabilitation concepts. Entry-level positions (e.g., job coach, job placement specialist, case manager) can be obtained by students with the baccalaureate degree. Students desiring clinical positions (e.g., rehabilitation counselor) must obtain a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.

The student learning outcomes for this degree are located at www.niu.edu/assessment/clearinghouse/outcomes/index.shtml.  

Check departmental information for additional requirements.

• High School Diploma: You must have graduated by the time you start at NIU in order to be admitted.
• Grades: You must have passing grades equivalent to a U.S. C+ average on all transcripts and/or exam scores