Chemical Dependency Certificate
Program Highlights
- Program Type: Career, 1 year
- Delivery: Online only
- Personal Interests: Helping others, solving problems, challenging situations
- Skill Building: Communication, counseling, decision-making, problem-solving
- Career Options: Health care, nonprofits, government, law enforcement
- Program Code: HEGIS 5506
Tackle substance abuse and addiction
The Chemical Dependency Certificate program was specifically developed for working professionals in the field. The Certificate program will give you the 350 educational hours required by NYS OASAS to sit for the CASAC-T exam.
This program offers:
- 1 year completion guaranteed with adequate grades
- All online classes to help working professionals with busy schedules
- 350 educational hours required by NYS OASAS to sit for the CASAC-T exam
- Access to a credential needed by many in the local community
- Program design for professionals working in the field
Application guidelines are unique
This program is very unique and you need to follow certain guidelines.
- Must have relevant experience in a chemical rehabilitation capacity or have a degree credential at the associate's or higher level degree in a closely related field
- Complete a supplemental application
- Speak with our chemical dependency staff prior to acceptance in the program
Please note this program only starts in the fall semester.
Apply what you know
Graduating with a Chemical Dependency Certificate will allow you to:
- Understand the ethics and professionalism needed for effective treatment
- Develop an understanding of chemical dependency and treatment approaches
- Learn the basics of counseling (individual and group) and helping skills
- Earn the educational hours required by New York State to become a professional in the field of chemical dependency
Continue your career or try something new
You are in the right field. Career opportunities in the field of chemical dependency are strong with the explosion of substance abuse problems in our country. If you aren't already employed you will find jobs and be qualified to serve as entry level counselors, intake coordinators, administrative roles, relief staff as well as a variety of other positions available within a particular organization. Your earnings will vary with type of program, education, experience, and geographic location.
Contact Enrollment Services for Application and Admissions Information
admissions@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2437, fax (315) 786-2349 or toll free (888) 435-6522
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday
Gainful Employment
Program Name Undergraduate certificate in Chemical Dependency
This program is designed to be completed in 1 year
This program will cost $7,260 for in-state tuition, fees, books and supplies/$12,180 for out-of-state tuition, fees, books and supplies if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate
leaves with a median loan debt of:
Fewer than 10 students completed this program within normal time. This number has
been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.
The following States do not have licensure requirements for this profession:
New York State
For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions please visit: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
Requirements for the Chemical Dependency Certificate
Effective Fall 2017
| Core Requirements (30 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HUS 103: Introduction to Alcohol and Nicotine Studies | 3 |
| HUS 107: Case Management Practice in Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 126: Introduction to Substance Abuse | 3 |
| HUS 201: Introduction to Helping Skills | 3 |
| HUS 202: Introduction to Group Counseling | 3 |
| HUS 203: Substance Abuse Counseling | 3 |
| HUS 210: Professional Codes of Conduct | 3 |
| HUS 214: Special Issues in Drugs and Crime | 3 |
| HUS 226: Concepts of Chemical Dependency | 3 |
| HUS 240: Human Services Field Practicum 1 | 3 |
Total Credit Hours 30
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