Tiffin University
BA in Psychology – Addictions Counseling

Tiffin, USA

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LANGUAGES

English

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On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The BA in Psychology – Addictions Counseling focuses on understanding the psychological aspects of addiction. This program explores various treatment modalities and the underlying psychological principles that affect addiction and recovery. Students will learn from experienced faculty and engage in practical experiences to prepare for careers in this vital field.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as substance abuse counselors, rehabilitation specialists, or mental health professionals. Opportunities exist in hospitals, private practices, and community organizations that support individuals facing addiction challenges.

The addictions counseling concentration provides hands-on skills and clinical education in problems of substance use, abuse and dependence, as well as other related and co-occurring mental health addictive issues. Our program is designed to meet the educational requirements for Chemical Dependency Counselor licensure status, as well as the international certification standards in addiction counseling.

As a student in the program, you can complete an internship in the field and work on the 220 hours of practical experience in the 12 core areas that is required for licensure. If you achieve this and complete all of the required course work, you will only need one year of experience in the field (2,000 hours) to sit for the licensure exam in order to become licensed at the second highest level for chemical dependency counselors in Ohio. The only higher license in this field requires a master’s degree.

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