Our Mission

is to prepare professionals to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and substance use disorders

What We Do


Is there a spark inside of you that ignites at the thought of positively impacting another’s life? Does the idea of a career in empowering individuals with disabilities and addiction make you feel inspired?

Our department is comprised of community engaged academics—an education that reaches out, beyond the classroom and into the community. From a a progressive undergraduate program in Rehabilitation Studies to a top-ranked graduate program in Rehabilitation Counseling to our minors and certificates, we prepare professionals to enter the work force and give individuals with disabilities (physical, cognitive or mental health, etc) and/or substance use disorders the tools to maintain an independent, functioning and self-sustaining life. A diverse group of individuals enter our programs as students and graduate into various careers such as job coaches, rehabilitation counselors, employment specialists and substance use treatment workers, etc. If you have something to offer individuals with disabilities or substance use disorders, our department can offer you the building blocks to get there. With more than a 90% employment rate post-graduation for our master’s program, hands-on experience and a diverse and exceptional faculty, you will be prepared to start making a true, positive change. Let your spark become a flame.

Who Are You?

Undergraduate Program in Rehabilitation Studies

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

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Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Counseling 

TOP RANKED MASTERS PROGRAM IN REHABILITATION COUNSELING IN THE STATE OF TEXAS.

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Pathways Program

Giving African American and Latino(a) students the opportunity to earn their master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling at an accelerated rate.

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Anyone Can Minor

Disability and addiction rehabilitation issues pertain to a vast number of careers beyond rehabilitation counseling. Students at the University of North Texas have the opportunity to receive their minor in rehabilitation studies or substance use treatment to enhance their major.

Anyone Can Minor

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Get Your Certificate

We offer certificates in substance use disorder treatment, rehabilitation studies and rehabilitation counseling for all students within the University of North Texas. Employment Opportunities Over 90% of our graduate students are employed within six months post-graduation. (See Job Listings)

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Programs & Services

Our academic programs are tightly intertwined with community services that provide real assistance to individuals with disabilities and substance use disorders

Programs & Services

Employment Opportunities 

...90% of our graduates are employed within six months of graduation

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