Alcohol & Drug Counseling Certificate

Prepare for careers helping others overcome drug and alcohol addiction. 

Successful completion of the Alcohol & Drug Counseling certificate program at Bay Path University prepares students for drug and alcohol counseling certification or licensure (LADC) in Massachusetts. This is a post-baccalaureate certificate.

Alcohol & Drug Counseling Certificate Program Highlights

Take the next step toward a rewarding career in the fast-growing field of drug and alcohol counseling. This 18-credit certificate program is flexible and affordable, specifically designed to meet the needs of adult learners.

• Convenient classes: Classes in this program are 100% online. Field experience must be completed in-person.
• Hands-on training: Gain real-world experience — including 10 hours in each of the 12 core functions of an addictions counselor — working in a licensed counseling facility under the guidance of an approved supervisor.
• Experienced faculty: Work closely with expert faculty who bring professional counseling experience and real-world insights to the drug and alcohol program.

Curriculum

Explore the online academic catalog for detailed course descriptions, program requirements, and additional curriculum information.

Alcohol & Drug Counseling Program Learning Outcomes

As an addiction counselor, you’ll need to be able to communicate effectively, think critically, adapt to different situations and manage stress. You’ll also need to be an excellent listener with strong interpersonal skills.

The certificate in Alcohol & Drug Counseling helps to develop your abilities in each of these areas, in addition to providing professional training in the 12 core functions of an addictions counselor:

1. Screening
2. Intake
3. Orientation
4. Assessment
5. Treatment planning
6. Counseling
7. Case management
8. Crisis intervention
9. Education
10. Referral
11. Reporting and record keeping
12. Consultation with other professionals

When you complete your drug and alcohol certification, you’ll be ready for interdisciplinary counseling practice working with individuals, caregivers, families, staff and other professionals.

1. A completed application - Apply Now 
2. Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts (undergraduate degree must be from an accredited college or university) 
3. An original essay of at least 250 words on the topic: “Why A Graduate Certificate in Alcohol & Drug Counseling is important to my personal and professional goals."
4. A current resume
5. Two recommendations - Download the form here

Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts must be sent directly to Bay Path's Graduate Admissions Office from the issuing institution's records office either by mail or through a secure electronic transcript service (such as Parchment or National Clearinghouse). For transcripts sent through a secure transcript service, please select Bay Path University from the vendor's dropdown list to ensure the transcript is routed to the correct place. If an email address is requested, you can route to graduate@baypath.edu. Transcripts sent from the student are unofficial and will not be accepted.

All documentation, including recommendation forms and official transcripts, may be mailed or emailed directly to the Bay Path University Office of Graduate Admissions: