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Addiction Treatment and Recovery
Master of Science in School Counseling

Gain the skills to help young people meet their full potential. In Capella’s MS in School Counseling, Addiction Treatment and Recovery specialization, you’ll learn to apply the latest research and theories to counsel individuals and groups. Through residencies, internships and a practicum, you’ll expand your knowledge of addiction theory and treatment and intervention for individuals and groups.

As part of the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited program, this specialization is designed to prepare students to pursue professional licensure as a school counselor.*

*This specialization is not designed to prepare students to pursue professional licensure in the addictions field. It is important to understand all education and individual requirements for licensing. Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure. Not all programs are offered to residents of every state due to regulatory requirements. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for your state.

Expand counseling skills through experiential learning

Develop school counseling programs and clinical skills through residency, practicum and internship courses that offer hands-on practice in school counseling where students can elect to deepen their training by supporting school-age populations impacted by addictions.

Professionally aligned knowledge, values and ethical standards

Accredited by CACREP and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, our program honors the principles and ethics of the American School Counselor Association while providing a robust understanding of the field.

Expert guidance at every step

Receive personalized support from enrollment counselors, academic coaches and internship coordinators while learning from faculty who bring real-world experience in school counseling to the courseroom and clinical training.

Classes start October 6

Apply today with no application fee.

At a glance

  • GuidedPath
  • Online & in person
  • 13 Core courses
  • 4 Specialization courses
  • 2 Residencies
  • 1 Practicum
  • 2 Internships
  • CACREP and CAEP accreditations

Reduce your tuition up to $2,500

Enroll in a qualified program and apply for a $2.5K Capella Progress Reward scholarship to help fund your master's degree.

What can you do with an MS in School Counseling degree?

Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Master of Science in School Counseling, Addiction Treatment and Recovery specialization.

Job titles to explore*

  • Academic counselor
  • After school program counselor
  • College and career counselor
  • Coordinator of services
  • Elementary school counselor
  • Guidance counselor
  • High school counselor
  • Middle school counselor
  • School counselor

Employment settings to explore*

  • Colleges, universities and professional schools
  • Community colleges
  • Elementary and secondary schools
  • Outpatient mental health and substance abuse centers

*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications and/or other designations along with a degree. Because many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a promotion, salary increase or other career outcome. We encourage you to research requirements for your job target and career goals.