Drug and Addiction Studies, Certificate
College of Social Work
Increase your marketability with this flexible graduate certificate that offers advanced education around addiction prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery for both individuals and families.
Gain direct and relevant experience in a cross-disciplinary program designed to expand drug and alcohol counseling career possibilities in a variety of professional settings. Learn from clinical and research faculty plus gain valuable field experiences through our dedicated community partners.
Program Highlights
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Community-Focused
Study vulnerable populations including adolescents, women, veterans, ethnic groups and the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Advanced Learning
Understand and identify the unique properties of alcohol, cannabis, opioid and other substance use disorders.
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Person-Based Care
Learn prevention, assessment, diagnosis and intervention therapies around substance disorders.
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Stand-Out Skills
Enhance your competitiveness in a changing job market with the addition of addiction-focused knowledge and skills.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Listening Skills
Understanding what others are saying to facilitate effective communication
Handling Conflict
Resolving disagreements or disputes between individuals or groups in a fair and constructive manner
Interpersonal Skills
Communicating and interacting effectively in a variety of social and professional situations
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Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
Data Analysis
Examining and interpreting information to uncover insights and inform decision making
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Drug and Alcohol Counselor
- Adolescent Therapist
- Veterans Counselor
- Counselor
- Therapist
Workplace Settings
- Medical
- Hospitals
- Treatment Centers
- Veterans Administration
- Outpatient Clinics
- Education