Addictions and Substance Abuse - Online (Certificate)
Learn the Basics of Understanding, and Treating, Addictions and Substance Abuse in 1 Year, Online
ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë’s Online Addictions and Substance Abuse Certificate is a quick, affordable way to gain the basic skills and knowledge needed for any career that supports those affected by addiction or substance abuse.
What You’ll Learn
Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Describe the biological, psychological and social causes of addiction.
- Analyze the factors that contribute to rapid and widespread substance abuse, as with the opioid epidemic.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment options for various types of addictions.
- Develop treatment plans to address the needs of specific types of clients.
How You’ll Learn
Convenient Online Program Format
The Addictions and Substance Abuse Certificate is offered completely online through ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë’s Online Bachelor's Degree Program. All courses are taught by faculty from ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë’s Department of Applied Social Sciences and Behavioral Health Program.
Manageable Time Commitment
The Addictions and Substance Abuse Certificate can be completed in three semesters (twelve months). As a student in this program, you’ll take six online eight-week courses created just for busy adults. You can choose to get started in August, January or June - whenever it’s most convenient for you.
Relevant Courses
Courses offered in the Addictions and Substance Abuse Certificate Program include:
- Understanding Addictions
- The Helping Relationship
- Principles of Sociology
- Writing in Behavioral Health
- Special Topics: The Opioid Crisis
- Abnormal Psychology
- Health & Society
Academic, Technology & Career Support
As a student in ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë’s Adult Degree Program, you will also enjoy:
- Course planning, enrollment assistance and academic support from your faculty members, plus a dedicated counselor from the Office of Graduate and Online Studies, throughout your time at ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë
- Software, access to online services & computer technology support needed for online courses
- Online access to tutoring and assistance through ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë’s:
- Job search and career readiness support through the Career and Professional Development Center
Reduced Cost + Aid
This eighteen-credit program is offered for a special reduced rate. While the cost is reduced, you still receive all of the benefits offered to students in ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë's Department of Applied Social Sciences. This program is eligible for state and federal grants and loans (just complete the ). An easy payment plan is also available.
Use Your Certificate Credits Toward a Degree
If you decide to enroll in a degree program at ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë in the future, the credits earned in this certificate program can be used toward your bachelor's degree. Degree programs that are of interest to students in this certificate program include:
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Faculty
Deborah Slates-Ciocco
Faculty, Criminal Justice/Coordinator Behavioral Health