Addiction Studies, Certificate

Make a meaningful difference by helping individuals and communities heal.

This program is designed for professionals interested in pursuing Certified Alcohol and Drug Counseling (CADC) certification through the State of Michigan. Courses focus on knowledge and skills necessary for working with clients with substance abuse disorders. This program will fulfill the educational requirements needed for CADC. Additional requirements for work experience and supervision must be met outside of this program.

Next Steps

Apply See Program & Courses in Catalog Request Information

What do Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors do?

• Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
• Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
• Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples.

What skills do Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors have?

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Contact

• Behavioral Sciences Department Page
• 734-973-3356

Questions about applying?

Schedule an Appointment with the Recruitment and Outreach team

How much does it cost?

WCC is consistently rated one of the most affordable colleges in the country. Check out the Tuition Rates and see how WCC compares to peer institutions.