One with 10+2 can enter the field of rehabilitation. However for more
advanced positions in the job arena, bachelors degree is preferred. There
are specialised degree/diploma programs for different disabilities such
as for Hearing Impaired, Visually Handicapped, Mental retardation, physical
therapy etc as well as general program for special education. For diploma
and bachelors programme 10+2 is sufficient. For Masters and Post graduate
programme bachelor degree is the required qualification. Bachelor courses
is generally of 3-4 years and masters programme is of 2 years.
Personnel attributes
One of the chief personnel attribute required for rehabilitation
career is the ability to get along well with other people and being good
to them. A rehab professional should have an affectionate nature, patience,
kindness, gentleness, genuine concern without losing objectivity, a practical
approach and an encouraging and positive attitude. Rehabilitation counselors
work with many different kinds of clients and must be able to see situations
and problems from their client's point of view. They must be both patient
and persistent. Professionals in rehabilitation services should be able
to gain the trust of others easily and to think logically. They
must communicate well with people, particularly people under a great deal
of stress. Rehabilitation service professionals often have to motivate
their clients as well as influence people who can assist and support their
clients.
Remuneration
Earning varies based on area of specialisation and employer. They have
alternate options to work full time or part time to earn handsome salary.
Fresh rehabilitation therapists/ worker can earn a starting salary of
Rs 8,000-10,000 per month. However, with 1-2 years of experience, remuneration
increases. In private hospitals and clinics, pay packages are quite higher.
