Addiction Counseling Certificate Program
The State of California now requires that anyone who provides counseling services in alcohol and other drug treatment programs be certified. Loyola Marymount University/Extension offers a 30-unit Addiction Counseling Certificate Program that will prepare you to become certified to work in this exciting field. Featuring small class sizes and a prestigious faculty, coursework can be completed in less than 11 months, and exceeds the educational requirements of the California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (CAADAC). This comprehensive program includes:
Pharmacological and Social Dynamics of Alcohol and Other Drugs - Advanced Counseling
- Group and Family Counseling
- Counseling With Choice Theory/RealityTherapy
- Ethical and Legal Aspects & Issues
- Case Management
- Behavioral Psychology for Addictions
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention, Education, & Early Intervention
- 12-Step, Self-Help Programs, Relapse Prevention
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- "Spirituality" in Recovery
- Fieldwork/Internship and Personal Growth
- CAADAC Test Preparation
Evening and Saturday classes are taught at Loyola Marymount University's beautiful Westchester campus
Our online class offers anytime, "jump-start" enrollment.
Free, convenient parking.
LMU Extension is an approved CAADAC Continuing Education Provider
Provider Number: 2S-6-310-0606
LMU Extension is an approved CAADE Continuing Education Provider
Provider #CP30 738 A 1007
Call (310) 338-2812 or email
bsmith33@lmu.edu for details.