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Contemporary Theory in Addictive Behavior
Graduate Certificate in Counseling

Deepen your understanding of substance abuse, addiction and compulsive behaviors with Capella’s Graduate Certificate in Counseling, Contemporary Theory in Addictive Behavior. This five-course program reviews theories of addiction treatment, explores interventions for substance use disorders, and examines contemporary issues impacting addiction. These graduate-level courses may be applicable to a master’s degree at Capella.

This certificate program is not designed or intended to prepare students for professional licensure in the fields of counseling or addictions in any U.S. jurisdiction.

Integrated Care Standards

As an Approved Education Provider of NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, our curriculum is aligned with the most relevant and current standards in coordinated, whole-person care.

Academic quality and flexible learning

Complete your graduate certificate in addictive behavior anytime, anywhere with 24/7 online access to your courseroom.

Expert guidance from start to finish

Receive personalized support from counselors, financial aid experts and academic coaches, and gain valuable knowledge from scholar-practitioner faculty, who bring real-world experience in addiction and treatment to the courseroom.

Classes start October 6

Apply today with no application fee.

At a glance

  • 100% Online
  • 4 Core courses
  • 1 Elective

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