Article Published: 6/26/2024
The American Rehabilitation Counseling Association (ARCA) was formed in 1958 to promote best practices for the rehabilitation counseling profession and working with People With Disabilities (PWDs). A division of the American Counseling Association (ACA), ARCA strives to educate counselors on disability competencies, justice and inclusion, ableism, and other aspects of this work.
ARCA’s Disability-Related Counseling Competencies offer a wealth of information to help counselors gain a better understanding of working with clients with disabilities. Guidelines covered include the following:
ARCA is a membership organization that publishes a journal, The Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, offers monthly webinars, and in-person and virtual conferences. Interested counselors can learn more on its website.
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