The Online A/CDTSP Certificate Program was created to make the successful on-campus Certificate in Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Treatment Services more accessible nationally and internationally. With the recent approval of licensure for addictions professionals, the UMass Boston A/CDTSP program adds great value to those seeking licensure and those seeking continuing education hours to maintain licensure.
The certificate program is divided into two parts. Part one consists of three courses, ending with the pre-practicum. Part two consists of two courses and, in addition, a practicum experience that is critical to professional development. The field-based practicum are supervised on site under the guidance of qualified addictions specialists and monitored by college faculty via conference calls and online chats.
Program Highlights:
- Faculty are career professionals strongly committed to sharing their knowledge and skills with students
- Qualify students for certification and licensing exams
- Leader in Alcohol and drug education
Learn more about this program:
To receive more information and connect with the program manager, please click on inquire now to the right.
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For more information on the Online Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Treatment Services Certificate Program click here.
Registration is administered through Division of Corporate, Continuing, and Distance Education at UMass Boston. Payment is due upon registration. Please see below for details.
The fee for most courses is $600. The fee for the "The Practice of Addictions Counseling" and the "Practicum" is $1,500. The fee for most elective courses is $500. These fees do not include the cost of books.
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*applicable when you register after deadline; non-refundable unless course has been cancelled
*** applicable when checks returned unpaid
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The Online Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Treatment Services Program is designed for those interested in acquiring the components necessary for becoming a licensed or certified addictions professional, those that are working - or interested in working - in the addictions field, and those who wish to gain knowledge and competencies necessary to become an effective addictions counselor. You do not need a college degree to participate in and benefit from the program.
Those wishing to enter the professional development sequence leading to licensing are required to interview with the Program Coordinator, Dianne Doyle Pita, prior to registering. Please call 617.287.7900, or e-mail acdtsp-online@umb.edu to arrange an interview.
To apply, please click here.
Availability of financial aid varies depending on matriculation and course status. Please check with your program manager or advisor to determine your eligibility. Generally, if you are matriculated in a degree program and are enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits each semester, you may qualify for financial aid. Please review our Financial Aid Checklist below.
- Fill out the FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov. It is important to list the University of Massachusetts Boston school code number 002222.
- Next, download your required Financial Aid Forms here.
- Check your financial aid status using WISER.
- For more information or if you have further questions, please contact Financial Aid Services at 617.287.6300 or at finaid@umb.edu
Tips:
- Please renew your FAFSA form every year.
- When you register for classes, please contact the Division of Corporate, Continuing, and Distance Education at UMass Boston (617- 287-7916) to let them know you that you have applied/are applying for financial aid. Also, it is in your best interest to register for your classes either by phone or fax (617-287-7916 ph; 617-287-7902). You can download the registration form here. If you do not intend to apply for financial aid, you can register online.
Contact:
For more information or if you have further questions, please contact Financial Aid Services at 617.287.6300 or at finaid@umb.edu.
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