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The school sponsors active student undergraduate and graduate organizations in our Student Organizations page: R.E.H.A.B. Club, Aspiring Substance Abuse Professionals organization, Deaf Rehab Club, R.E.H.A.B South Club, Student Accessibility Council (SAC) at UTRGV and The Graduate Rehabilitation Counselors Association.
The stated goals of these clubs are to increase awareness (of self and others) of people with disabilities and provide opportunities for community service while also having fun! Typical student activities include community projects, fund raising, disability awareness activities, and club-sponsored field trips. Recent members have taken trips to Corpus Christi, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
You can watch student testimonials from our rehabilitation students of their experiences at UTRGV.
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, Doctoral Student
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, Doctoral Student
Bachelor of Science in Addiction Studies
Bachelor of Science in addiction Studies
Program Coordinators
MS Program Coordinator
Assistant Professor
Phone: 956-665-3050
Office: EHABW 1.132
Email: saara.grizzell@utrgv.edu
PhD Program Coordinator
Professor
Phone: 956-665-5108
Office: EMASS 1.168
Email: sandra.hansmann@utrgv.edu
Professional Organizations
The School of Rehabilitation Services and Counseling sponsors active student undergraduate & graduate organizations:
- R.E.H.A.B. Club
- R.E.H.A.B. South Club
- Aspiring Substance Abuse Professionals
- Deaf Rehab Club
- The Graduate Rehabilitation Counselors Association
- Student Accessibility Council (SAC) at UTRGV
The stated goals of these clubs are to increase awareness (of self and others) of people with disabilities and provide opportunities for community service while also having fun! Typical student activities include community projects, fund raising, disability awareness activities, and club sponsored field trips. Recent members have taken trips to Corpus Christi, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
The American Counseling Association ( ACA) is an organization dedicated to professional activities involving counseling. One of the divisions within ACA is the American Rehabilitation Counseling Association (ARCA). Student rates are available.
For further information, contact:
ACA
6101 Stevenson Ave. Suite 600
Alexandria, VA 22304-3300
1-800-347-6647
website: www.counseling.org
Professionals Networking for Excellence in Service Delivery with Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
ADARA presents an opportunity for professionals who work with Deaf people to come together and exchange ideas, suggestions and critiques regarding matters of interest to our field.
website: www.adara.org
AHEAD values a multiplicity of perspectives and worldviews and believes that increased diversity enhances our professional organization. AHEAD is committed to equity, inclusion, and access, and works intentionally to represent diversity across the organization and support professional development and practice that is congruent with these values. AHEAD strives to create inclusive and accessible experiences across the organization, including governance, events, and activities.
Website: https://www.ahead.org/home
NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, represents the professional interests of more than 100,000 addiction counselors, educators, and other addiction-focused health care professionals in the United States, Canada, and abroad. NAADAC’s members are addiction counselors, educators, and other addiction-focused health care professionals, who specialize in addiction prevention, treatment, recovery support, and education. An important part of the healthcare continuum, NAADAC members and its 47 state and international affiliates work to create healthier individuals, families, and communities through prevention, intervention, quality treatment, and recovery support.
Website: www.naadac.org
The National Association of Multicultural Rehabilitation Concerns (NAMRC) is a professional association whose mission is promoting cultural diversity and disability through advocacy for excellence and equity in rehabilitation research, education, and practice.
Website: http://namrc.org/
The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) is a professional organization available to all people interested in people with disabilities. It is designed to appeal to a broad range of rehabilitation professionals. A special student membership rate is available (currently $10 per year). Membership benefits include receiving the quarterly journal, newsletters, and reduced rates to attend professional conferences. One division of NRA is the National Rehabilitation Counseling Association
For further information, contact:
NRA
633 S. Washington St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-836-0850
website: www.nationalrehab.org
The Texas Association of Addiction Professionals (TAAP) is the state affiliate of NAADAC, The National Association for Addiction Professionals. TAAP seeks to promote the advancement of Addiction Professionals by uniting addiction counseling professionals throughout Texas. United we have a voice in critical matters relating to our profession, as well as those we serve. By means of legislative initiatives, promotional campaigns, and professional networking opportunities, TAAP promotes awareness of chemical dependency issues in Texas. TAAP advocates for standards for licensure and certification of qualified counselors to ensure the competency basis of those who provide chemical dependency counseling.
Website: www.taap.org
Mission of TRAN
The mission of the Texas RehabACTion Network (TRAN) is to advance the Public Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program assuring effective service delivery for persons with disabilities.
The Mission is accomplished by:
- Advocating, educating, and mobilizing legislative and public support;
- Providing training conferences, forums, and other effective communication methods for VR professionals; and
- Fostering the highest standards of professional conduct.
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website: www.thetranweb.org
website: www.thetranweb.org
The Texas Rehabilitation Association (TRA) is a 501 C-3 nonprofit organization consisting of people who are dedicated to:
Promoting the profession of rehabilitation to the public,
Enhancing opportunities for Texans with disabilities,
Stimulating a rehabilitation environment, and
Promoting quality rehabilitation services by organizations and individuals.
Our members include public and private rehabilitation counselors, rehabilitation administrators, rehabilitation educators, social workers, job placement specialists, consultants, qualified rehabilitation professionals, medical professionals (physical therapy, speech, occupational therapy), community rehabilitation professionals, and others involved in the provision of advocacy of services or programs for people with disabilities.
TRA provides training with continuing education credits, facilitates networking among professionals, and encourages the development and maintenance of local subchapters with local activities. Continuing education credits include CRC, LPC, CVE, and CEUs for Social Work.
website: www.txrehabassoc.org/
The Texas Society of Allied Health Professions is a professional organization, dedicated to enhancing and promoting education, research, and clinical practice of allied health professionals within the state. TSAHP provides a vital forum in which allied health educators and practitioners can address and act on mutual concerns
website: www.tsahp.org
The National Council on Rehabilitation Education (NCRE) is the premier professional organization of educators dedicated to quality services for persons with disabilities through education and research. NCRE advocates up-to-date education and training and the maintenance of professional standards in the field of rehabilitation.
Website: https://ncre.org/
Scholarships
A funding opportunity for our graduate students in the Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling program.
This scholarship provides financial support for students' tuition and fees, a monthly stipend, travel, and conferences as well as certification exam fees (i.e., CRC). RSA Scholars are required to complete their internship experience within the Vocational Rehabilitation field (site approval is required prior to experience by RSA Advisor and Project Director Dr. Elizabeth Chavez-Palacios) and to obtain qualified employment within to meet "payback" requirements.
Upon completion of the program, students are given a 2-year grace period prior to requiring RSA Scholars to obtain 'qualified employment' within the Vocational Rehabilitation Services field to "pay back" their scholarship at the ratio of 2 years per every academic year funded.
For more information email: elizabeth.palacios@utrgv.edu
Brain Injury Association of America Partnership Scholarship
Amount Awarded: Up to US $250 per person
Eligibility: Caregivers and Direct Care Staff
Application Deadline: Ongoing, yearly scholarship allowance of $5,000
The Brain Injury Association of America and Pilot International are excited to announce a partnership and scholarship opportunity for caregivers! Family caregivers and direct care staff facing the challenges of caring with an individual (or individuals) with brain injury may apply to receive a scholarship of up to $250 to obtain the Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists’ Brain Injury Fundamentals Certificate.
The Pilot International Brain Injury Fundamentals Scholarship Fund was established in 2018 to expand Pilot’s efforts for promoting awareness of brain-safe practices, injury prevention, and mindful behavior; as well as for supporting those who care for individuals with brain injury. An amount of $5,000 per year is dedicated to funding individual scholarships for the Fundamentals Certificate Program. Awards of up to $250 per person, up to $5,000 annually, are provided.
The Fundamentals Certificate provides training to direct care staff and individual caregivers on the best level of care for people living with brain injury. The topics covered include cognition, medical complications, medication safety, and management, as well as the physical and emotional burdens faced by families coping with the injury.
Amount Awarded: Varies, but does not exceed US $2,500
Eligibility: Graduating High School Seniors & Undergraduates (non-U.S. students only)
Application Deadline: Ongoing
The KC International Scholarship funded by an anonymous donor was established in 2017 to provide financial assistance to international students pursuing careers that further the mission of Pilot International by seeking to influence positive change in communities throughout the world. The applicant must have a record of active participation in volunteer service and show outstanding leadership ability. The applicant should reflect on their cumulative community service, leadership ability, and career choice when completing the application. Scholarships are based on community service, leadership roles, career choice, academic success, and application content. Scholarships are awarded for one academic year. The award amount will not exceed $2,500 per year for full- time students. Two individual scholarships will be awarded each year. The applicant must be a full-time student and remain a full-time student for the duration of the scholarship.