Description
The Graduate Certificate in Addictions provides a unique opportunity for professionals working in governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private corporations whose responsibilities include developing policies and programs, intervening and treating the alcohol and drug abusing population and other forms of addictions.
The School of Social Work is approved by the Florida Certification Board as a provider of addictions curriculum.
Admission
The Addictions Certificate can only be taken as part of the Master of Social Work program. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online.
Application Due Dates
U.S. Applicants
| Program(s) | Fall Priority | Fall | Spring | Summer |
| Graduate Certificate in Addictions | Jul 15 | Dec 1 | Apr 15 |
Requirements
Requirements—12 Credit Hours Minimum
Required Course—3 Credit Hours
- SOW 5712 Interventions with Substance Abusers (3 credit hours)
Addictions Course Elective—3 Credit Hours
Take one of the courses listed below:
- SOW 5604 Medications in Social Work Practice (3 credit hours)
- SOW 5662 Strategies in Employee Assistance Programs (3 credit hours)
- SOW 5713 Prevention and Treatment of Adolescent Substance Abuse (3 credit hours)
- SOW 5907 Independent Study in Addiction (3 credit hours)
Clinical Social Work Courses—6 Credit Hours
Take any two courses listed below:
- SOW 6123 Psychosocial Pathology (3 credit hours)
- SOW 6324 Clinical Practice with Groups (3 credit hours)
- SOW 6612 Clinical Practice with Families (3 credit hours)
- SOW 6656 Clinical Practice with Children and Adolescents (3 credit hours)
Contact Info
George A. Jacinto, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW, CPC
Phone Number: 407-823-5428
gjacinto@mail.ucf.edu