The purpose of this session is to examine the significant professional and programmatic implications of the CACREP and CORE merger. Presenters will include two program directors of CACREP and CORE counseling programs and one clinical mental health counseling faculty member who has research interests and a long standing passion for addressing the disability challenges of clients. Sharing personal examples of their collaborative efforts and identified challenges, the presenters will highlight critical issues that may accompany this merger. Additionally, the presentation will identify potential strategies for integrating rehabilitation counseling outcomes within Clinical Mental Health Counseling curriculum.
