32-35 credits

This certificate provides students with required topical coursework towards achieving status as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADC II). To receive the state-level CADC II certification, students must also complete hours in the field and pass a certification exam, which are not provided for with this SOU certificate. Those with the state-level CADC II designation (i.e., have completed the educational requirements, field hours, and exam) provide one-on-one and group counseling to patients with substance use disorder to help them identify the underlying causes of their substance use problems and provide information about relevant treatment options. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in each course that is counted toward the certificate and must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.7 in the 32, 33, or 35 credits of coursework listed below. Some required courses for the certificate have prerequisites, including PSY201Z and SOAN 204, 205, or 213.