Our suggestion is if you’re new to disability management / return-to-work and want the most broadly useful, practical start — begin with Certificate in Return-to-Work Coordination and Rehabilitation (CRTWCR). It gives core, hands-on skills you’ll use immediately and helps you decide which specialization to take next. You can use the following questions to help you consider where to start:
- Do I need hands-on RTW skills to do my job? → Yes: CRTWCR.
- Is my role about bringing people together, identifying needs and negotiating return plans? → Yes: CSWRTW.
- Do I advise on policy, or handle claims, or need to reduce legal risk? → Yes: CDMLPE.
- Do I need to be aware of legislation and regulation in carrying out disability management or return to work responsibilities or am I involved in writing policies that might have a foundation in legislation and regulation? → Yes: CDMLPE.
- Am I (or will I be) responsible for designing, improving, measuring, or reporting on a DM program? → Yes: CDMPAE.