Recognizing Utah State University as a

CRCC Center of Excellence

CRCC CEO/President Pam Shlemon presented Utah State University with its Center of Excellence award during a recent campus visit.

Utah State University's Master of Rehabilitation Counseling program is one of eight current Centers of Excellence in the United States.

These programs are recognized as a distinguished group of institutions dedicated to advancing best practices in rehabilitation counseling education and strengthening the pipeline of qualified professionals entering the field.

CRCC meets with universities to review criteria for earning this exemplary status and works to attract students to premier programs, improve outcomes for students sitting for the CRC Exam, and, most importantly, provide high-quality, client-centered services for individuals with disabilities.

To learn more about CRCC Centers of Excellence, click here.

CRCC National Impact Video Hits New Milestone for Organization

Last month, we shared Henry Steinken's story with you. We were thrilled with the response to the video and are pleased to announce that this video is now the most-watched piece of content in CRCC's history.

Analytics are great, but the story behind the numbers is even more important. More people shared Henry's story than any other CRCC video because stories like these get to the heart of why investing in highly qualified Certified Rehabilitation Counselors is important for strengthening individuals, workplaces, and communities.

Organizations such as Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Motion Source, CIDNY, the U.S. Adaptive Golf Alliance, and more helped share the video with stakeholders and audiences who may never have heard about rehabilitation counseling before.

Likewise, we saw many CRCs and CVEs share the video. Continuing to do so will help us create new partnerships, build demand for CRCs in the workforce, and inspire the next generation of Certified Rehabilitation Counselors to pursue this important work.

If you haven't had the chance yet, click the button below to learn about Henry's story, and please help us share this story by sharing it with your network, peers, and colleagues.

CRCC Certificants Rank Among Highest Users of Digital Badging

Credly, the digital badging platform CRCC utilizes for its credentials, has shared with us that CRCs, CVEs, and CRLs are among the highest users of digital badges on the platform.

Using a digital badge helps set you apart by showcasing valuable skills unique to your experiences in a way that is shareable and verifiable.

Every time you earn or renew your credential through CRCC, you are given access to a free digital badge, which you will be invited to accept in your Credly account for 45 days. After that date, they are available for purchase should you decide to use them.

Displaying your badge on a website, on social media, or in your email signature goes a long way toward raising awareness of your credential and the importance of certification in this profession.

Have a question about digital badging? Reply to this email, and we can help!

Catch Up on the Inside Rehabilitation Counseling Podcast

Whether you're enjoying the final days of summer or prepping for fall, it's the perfect time of year to catch up on episodes of the podcast! Some recent highlights include topics in:

Transition & Higher Education

Mental Health

Private Practice Opportunities

Getting into Disability Advocacy

The Economic Impact of a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

Certified Rehabilitation Counselors are an unmatched asset to individuals with disabilities.

There are many human-centered benefits to working with a CRC, but for employers, individuals, and communities, the economic impact of a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor is also a driver of growth and sustainability. Read about the financial impact CRCs bring to everyone they work with.

• Applications are open for the March 2027 CRC Exam. Applications will be available until December 15, 2026.

• Applications to join the March 2027 CVE Cohort are now available. The final day to apply is February 28, 2027.

You can start your renewal process by logging into your CRCC Connect account on the homepage.

Click here to review the application process.