Department of Rehabilitation Science — Profile

SCOPE

Knowledge-Based Competencies

• Understanding disabilities, child development, and psychosocial implications, with a shift from the medical to the bio-psycho-social model.
• Awareness of disability rights legislation, policies, employment markets, and rehabilitation program planning.

Skill-Based Competencies

• Conduct client assessments, offer counseling, and develop vocational training for PwDs to match their abilities with job opportunities.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, monitor progress, and update rehabilitation plans, while utilizing modern technologies like IoT.

Value or Behavior-Based Competencies

• Advocate for inclusive practices, ensuring equity and quality in rehabilitation, with a focus on social inclusion and independent living.
• Involve the community and empower families through partnerships and advocacy for the rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs).