Master of Arts in Addiction Studies: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders

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1 Master of Arts in Addiction Studies: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders The quality of the educators I ve experienced has been absolutely amazing both their personal empathy for what we students are going through [and] their genuine care for us. Amy S.

2 Master of Arts in Addiction Studies: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders This program will develop your knowledge and skills necessary to treat and effectively promote recovery for individuals with addiction and co-occurring issues such as mental health and medical complications. The curriculum, which includes courses in differential diagnosis, trauma informed treatment, medical issues, psychopharmacology, and recovery management, provides an approach to service provision that is evidencebased and integrated from the first contact with the client. This program is offered in an online format to provide a flexible and convenient method of obtaining advanced training in the behavioral health field. Overview 60-credit program. Online program including three residency experiences. Full-time 24-month program with part-time options available. Customize your degree through internships and other elective courses. Three convenient start dates throughout the year. Curriculum designed to meet the academic requirements for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) credentials in Minnesota.* Financial aid and grants are available to those who qualify. Prerequisites Bachelor s degree required. Students may be subject to individual state guidelines related to clinical practice requirements (freedom from chemical use problems, criminal history, etc.). Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite Chicago, IL Phone: / * Students may elect to complete clinical practice credits to meet licensure requirements, which vary by location. Faculty advisors assist students in determining the best course of study to meet their specific career goals. Students are responsible for checking requirements for the state in which they wish to be licensed. MAT-1052 (9/11) Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies PO Box 11, C09 Center City, MN , Extension 4175 or Local: Fax: graduateschool@hazelden.edu hazelden.edu

3 Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling: Advanced Practice The most influential part...was definitely my internships and working on the unit with the clients. There s stuff that you can t get from the books. I m more of a hands-on person. That s why I chose Hazelden, so I could do internships and the bookwork at the same time. Becca G.

4 Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling: Advanced Practice This program provides you with a strong foundation in addiction treatment, followed by advanced coursework that attends to individual differences in clinical presentation, culture, lifespan development, support systems, and vocational adjustment to address the complexities of addiction and commonly cooccurring conditions across a continuum of care. Your studies will simultaneously blend academic coursework with clinical placement within and outside of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Overview 60-credit program. Offered at our Center City, MN campus with some online coursework required. Full-time 16-month program with part-time options available. Program simultaneously blends academic studies with clinical practice. Three convenient start dates throughout the year. Faculty members and expert clinicians provide individualized academic advising and clinical supervision. Curriculum designed to meet the academic requirements for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) credentials in Minnesota.* Financial aid and grants are available to those who qualify. Prerequisites Bachelor s degree required. Students must pass a background check and certify two years freedom from chemical use problems prior to admission. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite Chicago, IL Phone: / * Students are responsible for checking requirements for the state in which they wish to be licensed. MAT-1049 (9/15) Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies PO Box 11, C09 Center City, MN , Extension 4175 or Local: Fax: graduateschool@hazelden.edu hazelden.edu

5 Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling It s really useful to go to class and listen to a good lecture about say, cognitive behavioral approaches, and then go to your unit and put it into practice. Being surrounded by patients and at the same time studying was surprising. It made the whole experience a lot more real. Javier S.

6 Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to address the complexities of addiction treatment and recovery across the continuum of care. Courses focus on evidence-based practices that will prepare you to treat addiction and its complications. Graduates of this program are prepared to become leaders in the addiction field. Your studies will simultaneously blend academic coursework with clinical placement within and outside of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Overview 44-credit program. Offered at our Center City, MN campus with some online coursework required. Full-time 12-month program with part-time options available. Program simultaneously blends academic studies with clinical practice. Three convenient start dates throughout the year. Faculty members and expert clinicians provide individualized academic advising and clinical supervision. Curriculum designed to meet the academic requirements for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential in Minnesota.* Financial aid and grants are available to those who qualify. Prerequisites Bachelor s degree required. Students must pass a background check and certify two years freedom from chemical use problems prior to admission. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite Chicago, IL Phone: / * Students are responsible for checking requirements for the state in which they wish to be licensed. MAT-1048 (9/15) Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies PO Box 11, C09 Center City, MN , Extension 4175 or Local: Fax: graduateschool@hazelden.edu hazelden.edu

7 Customized Training Helping to facilitate the change and transformation to lifelong sober living is without a doubt the reason why I am going into this field. Lauren S.

8 Customized Training Customized training enables you to continue your education, better meet the needs of your clients, and potentially advance your credentials. Available courses focus on topics such as individual differences in clinical presentation, the impact of culture on treatment needs, lifespan development, support systems, and vocational adjustment. Some students are able to combine Customized Training coursework with a current degree or license to pursue additional licensure or career opportunities within their state. Students are responsible for contacting their licensing board directly for exact details regarding these opportunities.* Overview Contact us for a list of courses available each semester. Three convenient start dates throughout the year. Classes available in online and residential formats. Prerequisites Bachelor s degree required for most master s level coursework. Some courses require a master s degree in a related field. Contact us for details. 60 semester or 90 quarter credits of previous college education required for certificate-level coursework. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite Chicago, IL Phone: / * Students are responsible for checking requirements for the state in which they wish to be licensed. MAT-1051 (9/15) Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies PO Box 11, C09 Center City, MN , Extension 4175 or Local: Fax: graduateschool@hazelden.edu hazelden.edu

9 Certificate in Addiction Counseling I m a 58-year-old businessman who s been out of the academic setting for many years. The peer, clinical, administrative and faculty support is just amazing. It is such a privilege to learn from people who are icons in all aspects of the field. Wally M.

10 Certificate in Addiction Counseling The Certificate in Addiction Counseling prepares you for entrylevel counseling positions* with a range of knowledge and skills, including Twelve Step facilitation and other evidencebased approaches. It also serves professionals who wish to add a new specialization in addiction counseling. Your studies will simultaneously blend academic coursework with clinical placement within and outside of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Overview 1,578 clock hours required, including 1,111 hours of clinical practice and 467 hours of academic coursework. Offered at our Center City, MN campus with some online coursework required. Full-time 12-month program with part-time options available. Program simultaneously blends academic studies with clinical practice. Program has a fall semester start date. Curriculum designed to meet the academic requirements for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential in Minnesota.* Financial aid and grants are available to those who qualify. Prerequisites Requires 60 semester or 90 quarter credits of previous college education. Students must pass a background check and certify two years freedom from chemical use problems prior to admission. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite Chicago, IL Phone: / Please see hazelden.edu/certificate for required disclosures for this Gainful Employment. * Students are responsible for checking requirements for the state in which they wish to be licensed. MAT-1050 (9/15) Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies PO Box 11, C09 Center City, MN , Extension 4175 or Local: Fax: graduateschool@hazelden.edu hazelden.edu