The UMass Boston's Addictions Counselor Education Program Certificate focuses on helping you develop the professional skills to promote evidence-based treatment of Substance Use Disorders. It's designed for treatment professionals – from direct care counselors to program directors – who want to hone their skills, add a certification to their resume, and prepare for the licensure/certification exam. Explore the use of alcohol and other drugs in society, as well as the delivery of treatment and counseling services. Apply these skills to your work in counseling individuals with a substance use disorder. You also have the option to attend a two-day workshop on preparing for the licensure/certification exam.
Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston
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Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston
The Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston 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 university's main campus in Boston, 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 September 5, 2027.
About Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston
Entry Requirements
- Completed UMass Boston online admission application
- Application fee: $60
- An official high school record, leaving certificate and/or graduation examination results or their notarized copies. All documents in foreign languages must be translated by a certified professional. Records must be sent directly from the institution to be considered official.
- Academic recommendation letter (from a school-based counselor and/or teacher)
- 500-word essay
- Test scores
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston
Application Fee 60
How to Apply for Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston
If you seek admission to UMass Boston as an international student, we strongly encourage you to apply online by submitting either the UMass Boston Web Application or the Common Application
Please be sure to send us your application and all required materials by the posted international application deadline.
If you experience any technical problems with the application, please email us immediately at [email protected].
Certificate in Addictions Counselor Education at University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
United States of America, Boston