Rehabilitation Specialist Careers: Job Description & Salary Info

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A rehabilitation specialist may only earn a median annual salary of approximately $34,000. Is it worth the education and training requirements? Read real job descriptions and see the truth about career prospects to decide if becoming a rehabilitation specialist is right for you.
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Pros and Cons of a Rehabilitation Specialist Career

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Rehabilitation specialists help individuals with physical and mental disabilities reintegrate into society and live independently. Read on to learn more about the pros and cons of this career to see if the job is right for you.

Pros of Becoming a Rehabilitation Specialist
Opportunity to help people with disabilities*
High predicted job growth (20% between 2012 and 2022)*
Variety of workplace opportunities with mostly full-time work*
Relatively independent with one-on-one sessions with clients**

Cons of Becoming a Rehabilitation Specialist
Requires great patience and the ability to handle stress*
Lower-than-average pay ($34,380 median salary in 2014)*
Advanced education often required (2-year master's degree)*
Varying licensure requirements per state*

Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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