Academic Program
Addictions
Certificate
This professional certificate program at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH) is designed for students who already possess a baccalaureate degree or who are in the process of pursuing a baccalaureate degree in another discipline and who wish to obtain a credential in the area of addictions studies. The program provides students with a knowledge base to be used in counseling, corrections, administrative and prevention settings.
This integrated course of study is grounded in a variety of professional disciplines, including pharmacology, biochemistry, medicine, psychology, psychiatry and sociology. There is a strong emphasis on the recognition, understanding, diagnosis and treatment of addictive behaviors. Prevention strategies and issues also are addressed.
Freshman Admission Requirements
This program is open to all students with a high school diploma or GED and the desire to succeed in college. Although admission is open, students accepted into the program must meet the academic standards of the program to advance to upper levels of study. Simply apply for the certificate and register for the appropriate classes.
Application Information
Program Code: 18CERT2-ADDC
Program Requirements
Duration
Full-time program duration: .5 years
Majoring Details
To earn this professional certificate, students must complete 30 quarter-credit hours (10 courses) by completing all core requirements and selecting two courses from the approved electives listed below.
Graduation Requirements
To earn this professional certificate, students must complete 30 quarter-credit hours (10 courses), completing all core requirements and selecting three courses from the approved electives. Students must submit a certificate completion form to the Student Services Center in 1110 One Edwards Center upon completion of the required course work.Student Success Factors
Students who have an interest in working in the community providing assistance to others are great candidates for the certificate in addictions studies.Students who excel in the addictions studies certificate program often have very strong interpersonal skills and work well with others. In addition, having excellent written and verbal communications skills will assist these students to excel in the workforce in a number of positions.
Career Possibilities
The addictions studies program was developed by a team of academic specialists and practitioners in the field to help students and career professionals gain the knowledge, competencies and skills needed to work with the addicted population and those who have been affected by exposure to addictive behavior. Aspects of the program are well suited for those who come in contact with and may assist addicted persons and their families, including:
- Probation, parole and corrections officers
- Social workers and guidance counselors
- Mental health professionals
- Nurses and other medical staff
- Psychiatrists and psychologists
- Certified professionals who may want to enhance their career opportunities
- Licensed professional counselors
Core Curriculum
This curriculum information is intended as a general information guide for students considering enrollment in this major. These online tools are designed to assist you, but are not a substitute for planning with an academic or faculty advisor.
If you are currently enrolled at UC, you can audit your degree online. If you are considering transferring to this major from another school use the course applicability system (CAS) to see how credits you have earned will apply to this major at UC. For course descriptions by college, click here.
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| Basic Pharmacology | 18-ADDC-202 | 3 |
| Alcoholism | 18-ADDC-209 | 3 |
| Drugs and Behavior | 18-ADDC-211 | 3 |
| Assessment and Diagnosis | 18-ADDC-221 | 3 |
| Introduction to Counseling | 18-ADDC-231 | 3 |
| Dual Diagnosis | 18-ADDC-321 | 3 |
| Intro to Group Process | 18-ADDC-333 | 3 |
| Ethics in Chemical Dependency Counseling | 18-ADDC-451 | 3 |
| Approved Elective Courses | ||
| Addictions: Impact on the Family | 18-ADDC-301 | 3 |
| Neurobiology and Neuroendocrinology | 18-ADDC-302 | 3 |
| Eating Disorders | 18-ADDC-313 | 3 |
| Holistic Assessment Process in Addictions | 18-ADDC-329 | 3 |
| Fundamentals of Cultural Competence | 18-ADDC-330 | 3 |
| Individual Counseling in Addictions | 18-ADDC-332 | 3 |
| Group Leadership Skills | 18-ADDC-401 | 3 |
| Family Counseling Skills | 18-ADDC-405 | 3 |
| Crisis Management in Therapy | 18-ADDC-421 | 3 |
| Recovery and Relapse | 18-ADDC-422 | 3 |
| Drug Free Schools | 18-ADDC-433 | 3 |
| Clinical Supervision | 18-ADDC-510 | 3 |
| Addictions Casework Seminar | 18-ADDC-522 | 3 |
| Capstone Experience in Addictions* | 18-ADDC-541 | 3 |
| ATOD Prevention | 18-ADDC-205 | 3 |
| Special Topics* | 18-CNSL-402 | 3 |
| *must be approved | ||
| TOTAL | 30 |
The curriculum provided herein is for the guidance of students. The college, however, reserves the right to change course curriculum without prior notice.
The provisions of this listing do not constitute an express or implied contract between the college and any member of the student body, faculty or general public.
The displayed information is the latest available from the academic program which is maintained by the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services Student Services Center.
Opportunities
The addictions studies program at the University of Cincinnati is unique to the Greater Cincinnati area and is only offered by a few other universities in the nation.
Students completing the addictions studies certificate, a behavioral science associate or bachelor degree, and the required practical work hours will have met the academic requirements set forth by the state licensing board and will be eligible to sit for the state licensing exam.