Master of Science in Psychology / Addictions
Purdue University Global
Program Details
Helping to counsel those with addictions can be incredibly gratifying and requires a deep understanding of addictions counseling, group counseling, psychopharmacology, and co-occurring disorders, and how to apply this knowledge to guide clients toward recovery. All of these topics are included in the specialized curriculum offered to students who choose to pursue this concentration at Purdue University Global.
Students who complete the addictions concentration within the master’s degree in psychology program will meet the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the NAADAC Master Addictions Counselor (MAC) certification examination.
Requirements
- Transcript indicating receipt of a bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Special Accreditation
National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission (NASAC)
School Accreditation Statement
The Higher Learning Commission