The Addiction Studies Certificate and the Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certificate programs offer students a path that prepares them to meet MN state Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy (BBHT) education requirements for licensure as an alcohol and drug counselor (LADC). The Addiction Studies Certificate provides the coursework. While the Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certificate (provided by the College of Adult and Professional Studies) provides the coursework and required practicum hours.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Addiction Studies | ||
| ADS 435 | Cross-Cultural Perspectives | 3 |
| ADS 445 | Counseling Microskills | 3 |
| ADS 450 | Introduction to Addictions Counseling 1 | 3 |
| or PSY 310 | Addiction and Recovery | |
| ADS 455 | Psychopharmacology of Addiction | 3 |
| ADS 460 | Assessment & Treatment of Co-occurring Disorders | 3 |
| ADS 485 | Professional Issues & Ethics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
For more information about the Certificate in Addiction Studies, please see the College of Adult and Professional Studies catalog page.