Certificate in Addiction Counseling

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1 Y Certificate in Addiction Counseling Name: Certificate of Arts in Addiction Counseling Overview: The certificate in Arts in addiction counseling is a qualification that trains you and allows you to practice as an addiction counselor. Taught over Four years of parttime study, it combines theoretical insights from various therapeutic modalities with practical experience gained in a range of addiction counseling settings. ONLY upon completion of all the requirements you can achieve your graduation Graduation requirements: Practicing addiction counseling You have supervised Practice You have successfully completed training: Included at least 450 hours of tutor contact hours Was carried out over at least four years (part-time) Covered theory, skills, professional issues and personal development Have been in practice at least three years Have at least 450 hours of supervised practice accumulated within three Have been supervised for at least 1½ hours per month throughout the period of practice submitted.

2 5. Supervision You have an ongoing contract for counseling/psychotherapy supervision for a minimum of 1½ hours per month for each month in which practice is undertaken. 6. Personal therapy Have a least completed 50 hours of personal therapy throughout your studies Courses description: Addiction Counseling level one = Counseling strategies and skills Theories and approaches of addiction Life span and personal development Personality theories and addiction Addition Counseling level two = Advanced counseling skills-intake interview and assessment tools Humanistic theories on addition Cognitive behavioral theory on addiction Medical approach and models of addiction Addiction Counseling level three = Cognitive behavioral therapy for addiction Systemic therapy and working with family Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Group therapy theories and techniques Research Methods Addiction Counseling level four = Dual diagnosis Multiple addictions types and protocols of treatment Harm reduction theories and techniques 12 steps and NA/AA/ methodology The family and codependency treatment Writing the case study Writing the dissertation

3 Assessment of courses: All courses are assessed via: Written examination Course work Essay questions Case study dissertation Mode of Study: Part time 4 years Entrance requirements: A personal statement outlining your reasons for wanting to study addiction counseling (please attach this to your application). A previous university level degree. We are willing to accept candidates who have professional qualifications in any subject matter but MUST have a strong desire to become a counselor. In recovery of any type of addiction for at least TWO years and currently working (minimum step 8) or have completed a 12 step program Provide a copy of your university degree and your personal ID You need to demonstrate an ability to study at postgraduate level through completion of a face to face interview 2 references confirming aptitude to study at postgraduate level and appropriateness for counseling addiction training. English language requirements (IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent) apply to students whose first language is not English or whose first degree was not taught in English Entry into further levels requires successful completion of a written examination as well course work at a 50% pass mark minimum. Fees: Addiction Counseling level one = 5000 le paid over two installments Addiction Counseling level two = 5000 le paid over two installments. Addiction Counseling level three = 7000 paid over three installments Addiction Counseling level four = 9000 paid over three installments

4 Additional costs: Students on the certificate in Addiction Counseling are required to undertake a minimum of 50 hours of personal therapy. Therapy is provided in the center for the cost of 200le per session Students are also required to attend 150 hours of professional supervision in relation to their placement practice. Group supervision is offered at the center for the cost of 100le per group. Attendance of supervision is mandatory. Start Date: Upon the yearly calendar Next level ONE February 2014, deadline for registration is January 15 th. Personal statements to be sent by to [email protected]. Personal interviews are to be arranged by appointments upon receiving your statements. Why choose the certificate in Addiction Counseling? Studying at Pyschealth, you will benefit from outstanding resources to support your learning on this established program since You will be facilitated in your learning by the core tutors who are experienced practitioners of addiction counseling and psychotherapy, as well as by a personal tutor who will meet with you regularly throughout the certificate and a practice supervisor who will help you reflect on your counseling work. You will gain professional experience of individual adult and adolescent counseling while on the certificate the program provides a high level of student-tutor contact and close supervision of counseling practice, in line with both professional and academic requirements.

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