This professional certificate in substance abuse counseling at the University of Cincinnati's 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 credentials in substance abuse counseling. The program provides students with a knowledge base to be used in counseling, corrections, administrative and prevention settings.

The Substance Abuse Counseling at University of Cincinnati is a Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the West Campus campus in Cincinnati, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.
About Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling at University of Cincinnati
Entry Requirements
Students enrolled in Jordanian national curriculum are asked to report their current subjects on the “Current or Most Recent Year Courses” section of the Common App. Advise your school counselor, headmaster, director, etc. to upload the following documents to the Common App:
- Transcripts with final Preparatory school results for year 10, coursework and scores for year 11, and as much as is available for year 12 by the application deadline
- If you have completed secondary school, official copy of the General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi), accompanied by a certified word-for-word English translation
If the transcript is issued in a language other than English, it must be accompanied by an English translation.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Career Opportunities after Completing Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling
The substance abuse counseling 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
- Licensed professional counselors
- Nurses and other medical staff
- Psychiatrists and psychologists
- Certified professionals who may want to enhance their career opportunities
- Mental health professionals
Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling at University of Cincinnati
How to Apply for Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling at University of Cincinnati
- Complete Common Application
- Pay $100 non-refundable fee
- Submit official School transcripts
- Submit official test scores
- Submit letter of recommendation (optional)

United States of America, Cincinnati