Addiction Studies Advanced Graduate Certificate Learning Outcomes

1. Comprehensive treatment admissions, screening, intake processes and procedures
2. Clinical assessment and diagnosis of substance abuse disorders and pathologically addictive behaviors (i.e. gambling, sex, pornography, shopping)
3. Treatment planning, case management, discharge, and aftercare
4. Clinical counseling services for individuals, groups, families, and crisis intervention
5. Client and community education and awareness of addiction behavior
6. Legal and ethical practice of addictions treatment
7. Professional growth issues and clinical supervision for addiction professionals