Addiction Counseling Graduate Certificate

Enhance your skills and expand your practice with an Addiction Counseling Certificate from University of Mary.

Addiction counseling professionals will benefit from this 14-credit, blended program designed for working practitioners. Courses are offered through an interactive video conferencing program, allowing individuals from across the region to complete the coursework required to meet your career goals.

Take the First Step
Get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission.
We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

At a Glance

22%
The projected employment growth of substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors.

Program Length

14 credits/6 courses

Format

  • Blended

Tuition per Credit

$550

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Is This the Degree For Me?

Who It’s For

  • Master’s level counselors who need to meet requirements for addiction counseling licensure.

Career Paths

  • Addiction Counselor
  • Substance Abuse Counselor

What You’ll Learn

  • Stages, models, dynamics, and addiction counseling specific interventions.
  • Skills to work with individuals, groups, and families in addiction settings.
  • Dimensions of the American Society for Addiction Medicine and how to assess and diagnose according to the criteria.

Program Details

Program Information

Please visit our catalog for admission requirements and a full list of our courses.

Your first step is to get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission. We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

  • Blended

View the student handbook and practicum & internship manual for more information.

Additional coursework or experiences may be required based on previous coursework and current licensure.

If you are serving or have served our country, we sincerely thank you. Our military services office is here to work closely with active duty, retired, reserve, and eligible family members qualified for military benefits. Learn how we can help you with the application process and review the benefits you have earned.

  • Tuition: $550/credit
  • Technology fee: $30 per credit

For a full list of fees, visit our Tuition and Fees page.

The University of Mary is committed to putting your educational goals within reach. Learn what scholarships you qualify for.

The following will be needed when you have applied for admission so we can get you accepted into the certificate program:

  • Official transcripts
    • Attended the University of Mary before? Then we’ll get your Mary transcript for you!
    • At most other schools, you can request transcripts by going to the National Student Clearinghouse or by contacting the registrar’s office. 
    • Have your transcripts sent to:
      Office of Admissions
      University of Mary
      7500 University Drive
      Bismarck, ND 58504
    • Or request to send electronic transcripts to registrar@umary.edu
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose – one-page essay describing why you want to enroll in this program, how the Benedictine values help guide your practice, and what skills and experiences you will bring to the cohort.

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