60 Addiction Psychology Degree Programs

Understand the science of addiction and discover psychological approaches to treatment and recovery. As a result of scientific research, we know that addiction is a disease that affects both the brain and behavior. These discoveries have impacted and improved our understanding of compulsive drug use, enabling us to respond effectively to the problem with scientifically supported psychological interventions. Treatment, recovery, and prevention of addictive behavior have become a global strategy. Guided by Dr. Anna Lembke, the medical director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine and leading activist in the opioid epidemic, the Psychology of Addiction and Recovery online short course from the Stanford Center for Health Education (SCHE), a part of Stanford Medicine, explores the complex relationship between doctors and patients, the science of addiction, and the barriers to successfully addressing drug addiction and dependence at a personal and systemic level. Over the course of six weeks, you’ll evaluate how medications, approaches to psychotherapy, and peer support can enhance recovery, and how scientific evidence can be used to establish innovative addiction treatments. You’ll also explore the neurobiological factors underlying addiction, and how these impact intervention and recovery efforts today.

UNC Charlotte’s Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling prepares the student to work effectively in various addiction treatment settings and with a variety of addictive behaviors. Students will learn how to assess the needs of the client, create treatment plans, help the client set goals, and refer them to critical resources.

The Master's Degree in Psychology of Social Intervention has a professional character of 90 ECTS. Given the prospective employment for the third sector and the social enterprise and the legal recognition of professional work, this training constitutes one of the booming sources of employment for the coming decades, including professionals not only in the field of public administration (social services, shelters, penitentiary institutions, etc.) but in that of private entities (Red Cross, foundations, associations, etc.).

Develop the essential knowledge and skills required for effective addiction support, counseling and intervention with Campbellsville University's online Addiction Recovery Certificate. In this program you'll learn to address complex problems facing communities struggling with addiction. You'll study topics like psychology, human behavior and crisis intervention. Learn more and apply today!

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The addiction studies program at Edmonds provides you with instruction from industry leaders and teaches you the necessary skills for working in the recovery field. Our instructors teach a holistic behavioral-health care approach accredited by the National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission. Our graduates not only satisfy the requirements for earning a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) certification with the Washington State Department of Health, employers in various disciplines highly seek them.

Offered by the USC Institute of Addiction Science, as a partnership between the Mann School, the Keck School of Medicine, and the Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, the USC Master of Addiction Science (MAS) program is designed for students who are interested in transdisciplinary and interprofessional approaches to the study of addiction.

The Addiction Studies program prepares students to work with the alcohol and other drug dependent population, and the family and employer of the addicted person. The program addresses community needs for trained substance use prevention and intervention specialists to work and volunteer in both public and private agencies in the Bay Area.

The MSc Psychology of Addictions and Behavioural Change is offered in partnership with the University of Derby (TOP 25 for Psychology, Guardian University Guide 2024) and prepares students to work effectively as psychologists specializing in addictions.

Are you concerned about the impact of drugs and alcohol on your life or those of your loved ones? Effective drug awareness campaigns promote responsible drug use and reduce the likelihood of misuse. This wellness course examines drug classifications and the health effects and social implications of various substances. We explain how to raise drug and alcohol awareness to combat their misuse and discuss how to prevent and treat addiction.

The two-year Addiction Counselling program will provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and preparation for a career in the addiction field. This program prepares learners to integrate theory and practical skills to work with individuals, families, groups, and communities. In addition to foundational skills, learners reflect on their beliefs and values to develop relevant professional skills to work with a diverse clientele, including multicultural and Indigenous populations.

This inter-university master's degree is organized by the Barcelona, Salamanca, Santiago de Compostela and Valencia universities and its objective is specialized training in the Psychology of Aging in order to carry out qualified work in the different contexts and care systems for the elderly.

The online MSW from Campbellsville University features a Substance Use Disorder Area of Focus that will prepare you to support those who struggle with alcohol and substance abuse. As you gain the skills to become licensed as a clinical social worker and clinical drug and alcohol counselor, you will engage with a curriculum designed by experts in addiction treatment. Learn more about the program today.

The Caucasus School of Humanities and Social Sciences is based on the experience of leading European universities and is focused on preparing highly sought-after experts with professional qualifications, the ones most suitable to make a smooth transition to the modern-day job market. The aim of the program is to provide students with applied knowledge and give them opportunities for embarking on successful professional careers.

In our society, the use of drugs as well as addictive behaviors without substance (pathological gambling, ICT, etc.) cause problems and disorders of different kinds that affect a large number of people. Prevention is the best cost-effective strategy.