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Help others get their lives back.

Addiction impacts many people's lives, either directly or indirectly. Online master’s degree programs in addiction counseling prepare you to face the world of addiction head-on and help free those struggling with substance abuse - whether that's opioids, alcohol, or other addictive substances or behaviors. Not only will your clients get their lives back when they get their substance use under control, but their loved ones will also benefit.

The master’s in addiction counseling online program at University of the Cumberlands aligns with ICRC standards and prepares students to become Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC) in Kentucky. If you need an online degree program that gives you the knowledge and skills required to work in this life-changing profession, look no further; this is the place.

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Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

Online Master of Arts in Addiction Studies

Addiction is more than a disease; it cripples those who are addicted and those that love them. With the right knowledge and skills, you can become a solution in the lives of many as an addiction professional who is capable and compassionate enough to guide their journey to recovery. At University of the Cumberlands, our faculty of caring experts will help you develop the skills necessary to work with a population in desperate need of overcoming their addictions. Your master's in addiction counseling coursework will help prepare you for special licensure in Kentucky as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. 

The Master of Arts in Addiction Studies is designed to trains students with the knowledge and skills needed to work in settings that treat substance use disorders. The degree aligns with ICRC standards and prepares students to become Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LDAC) in the state of Kentucky.

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Mission & Goals

The mission of the master's in addiction studies is to teach screening, assessment, and engagement, treatment planning, collaboration, and referral, counseling, and professional and ethical responsibilities.

Demonstrate verbal and non-verbal communication that establishes rapport and promotes engagement
Obtain history, assess needs, and administer appropriate evidence-based screening
Formulate and discuss diagnostic assessments, and initiate an individualized treatment plan
Continually evaluate a client's safety, relapse potential, and the need for crisis intervention
Adhere to established professional codes of ethics and standards of practice
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Addiction Studies Careers & Outcomes

All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Substance Abuse Counselor: $49,710

Substance Abuse Counselor: $49,710

Substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors advise people on a range of issues, such as those relating to alcoholism, addictions, or depression.

Rehabilitation Counselor: $39,990

Rehabilitation Counselor: $39,990

Rehabilitation counselors help people with physical, mental, developmental, or emotional disabilities live independently.

Social Worker: $55,350

Social Worker: $55,350

Social workers help people prevent and cope with problems in their everyday lives.

Human Service Assistant: $38,520

Human Service Assistant: $38,520

Social and human service assistants provide client services in a variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, and social work.

Substance Abuse Social Worker: $51,240

Substance Abuse Social Worker: $51,240

Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.

Correctional Treatment Specialist: $59,860

Correctional Treatment Specialist: $59,860

Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists assist in rehabilitating law offenders in custody or on probation or parole.

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Faculty Experts

Learn about UC's addiction studies professors.

Dr. Michael Verona

Dr. Michael Verona

Assistant Professor
Counseling

Dr. Michael Verona

Contact Information

michael.verona [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Dr. Angelica Woods-Smith

Dr. Angelica Woods-Smith

Adjunct Professor
Counseling

Dr. Angelica Woods-Smith

Contact Information

angelica.smith [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Dr. Mary Hermann

Dr. Mary Hermann

Professor
Counseling

Dr. Mary Hermann

Contact Information

mary.hermann [at] ucumberlands.edu
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