Employment Specialist - Course of Study

The Employment Specialist Certificate is awarded after an individual successfully completes the two fully online asynchronous courses. An employment specialist works with individuals with disabilities helping them obtain and maintain employment. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and intellectual disabilities and be part of a team that encourages equal employment opportunities in your community. 

The curriculum is nationally certified by ACRE (Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators) and meets all employment hiring requirements in the nation. When an individual earns their ES certificate at UMF they will be  enrolled on the national registry for the Basic Employment Specialist Certificate and be provided a digital copy of their certificate.