Program Details
Addiction is a battle that cannot be fought alone. This specialization can prepare you to address the unique emotional challenges of individuals and families as they find their way to hope and healing. In addition to the various types of addictive behaviors, you’ll study contemporary treatment and intervention models used to promote recovery. If you’re looking to gain the focused skills and insights to provide addiction counseling services to various clients in schools, businesses, community agencies, and other settings, then this is the right specialization for you.
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Walden University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Additional Materials May Be Required
Additional Info
- This program requires two pre-practicum labs, which may be completed online or in-person.
Restricted States
New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut