CRCC eUNIVERSITY Case Management Courses

Evidence-Based Practices in Rehabilitation Counseling Case Management

4 CE CLOCK HOURS
$100 LIST PRICE | $60 SAVINGS PLAN MEMBER PRICE

Course Objective

This CRCC eUNIVERSITY course introduces and serves as a foundation for evidence-based practices (EBPs) in vocational rehabilitation (VR) case management. You will examine the current state of EBP in VR service delivery, utilize steps to determine the best clinical evidence from systematic research to improve VR service delivery, gain an understanding of the challenges and barriers to EBP implementation, and close the gap between research and practice through knowledge translation.

Course Description

Increasing demand for limited resources puts pressure on rehabilitation counselors to justify VR services. The general effectiveness of vocational rehabilitation counseling has been empirically demonstrated. However, there is a serious lack of specific EBP that accurately define what specific VR services produce employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

This course focuses on how to demonstrate the effectiveness of VR service provision through the identification and implementation of EBP designed to enhance employment and quality of life outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

The learning activities are designed to help you apply the content presented in the course and identify ways you can enhance your own use of EBP. You’ll begin by outlining the importance of evidence-based practice in rehabilitation counseling case management especially as this relates to stakeholders and funding sources. You’ll also distinguish the critical elements of EBP development. Finally, you’ll compare and contrast effectiveness and efficacy in case management.

Applying research-based methods to case management requires an appreciation for the quality of that research. You’ll compare and contrast the hierarchical levels of evidence and formulate evidence-based practice questions. You’ll also articulate how you think EBP may improve your practice. Determine your readiness to engage in EBP in your case management and describe barriers you have encountered when considering the use of EBP. Using the Knowledge-to-Action model, you’ll learn to facilitate the process of acquiring, applying and sharing new knowledge about EBP. Finally, you’ll determine ways to close the gap between the research and practice of delivering services to people with disabilities.
You must achieve a minimum performance level of 70% on the Knowledge Checks to successfully complete the course.

Course Instructors

Roy J. Del Valle, PhD, CRC
Cayte Anderson, PhD, CRC

Principles of Case Management in the State/Federal Vocational Rehabilitation System

7 CE CLOCK HOURS
$175 LIST PRICE | $105 SAVINGS PLAN MEMBER PRICE

Course Objective

The goal of this course is to help you develop your case management skills. Each unit presents a different aspect of case management.

Course Description

Case management and caseload management are often confused as the same thing, but they represent two distinct skill sets. Case management is focused on the individual and his or her specific needs, whereas caseload management is a skill required to successfully orchestrate and balance the demands of all people on your caseload.

The primary focus of this course is case management and decision-making in individual cases. Case management is a skill that helps individuals with disabilities through the state rehabilitation process in a timely and highly informative manner. With increased demands on state rehabilitation systems and growing caseloads, case management is a skill that rehabilitation counselors can develop to better navigate the complexities and demands of their role.

You’ll analyze a series of scenarios focusing on case management. These learning activities are designed to help you apply the content presented in the course and identify ways you can enhance your case management skills. Feedback is provided for each learning activity.

Course Instructors

Michelle McKnight-Lizotte, PhD, CRC, LPC
Trenton Landon, PhD, CRC

Vocational Rehabilitation Case Management Issues and Strategies

3 CE CLOCK HOURS
$75 LIST PRICE | $45 SAVINGS PLAN MEMBER PRICE

Course Objective

Case management is a systematic process. Enhance your case management knowledge and skills by:

  • Explaining the purpose of case management.
  • Comparing and contrasting the four common components of case management.
  • Describing and distinguishing between the multiple roles rehabilitation counselors may encounter within the scope of practice of a case manager.
  • Demonstrating a heightened awareness of the potential ethical challenges and issues faced in performing case management activities.
  • Explaining why documentation is important, recognize what should be recorded, and determine when best to record and document the case.
  • Categorizing time demands placed on rehabilitation counselor case managers.

Course Description

Enhance your case management knowledge and skills by analyzing issues common to vocational rehabilitation case management and service delivery. The case study activities in this course are designed to help you apply the principles of case management, understand the multiple roles played by case managers, protect the client’s confidentiality, complete case recording and documentation effectively and efficiently, and manage time. Feedback is provided for each activity.

Course Instructors

Hung Jen Kuo, PhD, CRC, LPC, MCP, MCSA
Roy J. Del Valle, PhD, CRC