Addiction Counseling Post Master’s Certificate

About the Certificate

Open only to candidates accepted into the certificate program or any other graduate program within the School of Education and Counseling, this 18-credit hour certificate provides a broad foundation in current research and practice relevant for working in substance abuse treatment settings and with clients with substance abuse diagnosis.  Coursework for this certificate allows you to hone, refresh, and upgrade your existing knowledge and skills.  As an ICAADA approved program, all core functions are covered within the certificate program.

Special Requirements

• Must be accepted into the certificate program or any program within the School of Education to enroll in these courses. Enrollment is strictly limited to these programs. Applicants must meet the requirements for graduate admission, including any English proficiency requirements for international applicants. 
• The courses must be completed with a grade of B or better. A grade of C in any course will be grounds for dismissal from the certification program in addiction counseling.
• A limited criminal history check must be submitted by each student before his/her first class.

Program Requirements

• EDPS 51600 - Addictions Seminar I: HIV/AIDS And Dual Diagnosis
• EDPS 51700 - Addictions Seminar II: Ethics, Criminal Justice, And Social Systems
• EDPS 51800 - Relapse And Recovery
• EDPS 52900 - Techniques Of Addictions Counseling: Counseling Skills, Groups, And Processes
• EDPS 53010 - Introduction To Addictions And Psychopharmacology
• EDPS 54600 - Addictions Practicum

Total 18 Credits Required