Kevin Bengtson

Kevin Bengtson is a Senior Lecturer at the Woodring College of Education, Western Washington University. He holds a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Counselor Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an M.S. in Vocational Rehabilitation from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, and a B.A. in Human Development from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. He is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CVE).

• Education:
• Ph.D., Rehabilitation Counselor Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• M.S., Vocational Rehabilitation, University of Wisconsin-Stout
• B.A., Human Development, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

His research focuses on health promotion for persons with disabilities or chronic illnesses, rural rehabilitation, international vocational rehabilitation (with emphasis on Australia), and Indigenous vocational rehabilitation. Dr. Bengtson has over 16.5 years of experience as a Rehabilitation Counselor for Commonwealth Rehabilitation Services (CRS Australia), where he provided counseling, conducted comprehensive client assessments, developed rehabilitation plans, and supported Indigenous Australians and other marginalized groups. He also worked in worker’s compensation markets across Australia and in private vocational rehabilitation agencies.

While no specific grants or advising details are highlighted, his career emphasizes practical field experience and advocacy for equitable access to vocational opportunities for disabled populations. He has no listed scientific awards or active lab affiliations.