All academic courses available fully online. Courses use a combined synchronous and asynchronous format.
Program Description
The Drug and Alcohol Counseling certificate program is a 100% online, post-baccalaureate program designed to further master's-level behavioral health professionals' practical knowledge in addressing the needs of individuals with substance use disorders and their families. The certificate is specifically targeted toward individuals pursuing licensure or already licensed as mental health professionals. Thirteen quarter units (nine academic units and four practicum units) are taken over four quarters. Students complete 200 hours of supervised field experience in an acceptable treatment setting. Courses are offered as a mixture of synchronous and asynchronous formats, which is especially convenient for working adults. Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Graduates may find employment as addiction counselors, substance abuse counselors in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient and residential treatment settings. With the appropriate licensure, qualified individuals may work in private practice settings.
Application Deadlines
Quarter
Application Open
Priority Deadline
Final Deadline
Autumn of 2023
Mar 31, 2023
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Aug 31, 2023
Admissions Requirements
A University application (including students currently enrolled in another program at Loma Linda University). Must meet all requirements for application prior to admission into the certificate program.
An essay (part of University application) describing how applicant will integrate drug and alcohol counseling certificate into work as a behavioral health professional as well as contributions applicant anticipates making to the substance use treatment field.
An interview, conducted either face-to-face or online via Zoom, with the program director.
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Enrollment in or completion of a master's degree in a behavioral health-related discipline.
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
Academic Year 2023-2024
Year of Program:
Year 1
Year 2
Tuition
$10,548
$879
Fees
—
—
Books & Supplies
$994
$331
Instruments
—
—
Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms)
—
—
Total
$11,542
$1,210
Notes
No quarterly enrollment fees for online students.
Estimated Living Expenses
Academic Year 2023-2024, off campus, with a roommate
Year of Program:
Year 1
Year 2
Months enrolled
9
3
Food and Housing
—
—
Transportation
$3,150
$1,050
Miscellaneous Personal Costs
$2,250
$750
Notes
Amounts are what a student can apply to borrow for the number of months shown in each academic year based on living off campus with a roommate and not with a relative.
International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on the numbers listed here.
In general, to qualify for financial aid a student must be enrolled at least half time taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.
