Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor (LRC)

LRC is a state-granted license authorizing independent practice as a rehabilitation counselor within the licensing state. Scope varies by jurisdiction and typically covers vocational counseling, case management, and rehabilitation services.

Issued by

State Licensing Boards

Requirements

  • Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field
  • Supervised post-graduate experience per state requirements
  • Passing score on the state-accepted examination (often the NCE or CRC)
  • State jurisprudence requirements where applicable
  • Continuing education and license renewal per state rules

Admissibility

State licensure is often considered a baseline indicator of professional standing and is separately relevant to expert qualification in jurisdictions that require practice-state licensure.

KWVRS experts holding LRC

LRC by state

Frequently Asked Questions

Is state licensure required to testify in that state?

Requirements vary by jurisdiction. Some states require licensure for practice and testimony; others permit unlicensed out-of-state experts for limited forensic purposes. Check state-specific rules.

References

  1. CRCC - State Licensure InformationOrganization

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