Develop the skills to deliver substance abuse and chemical dependency treatment.
UMass Boston's Addictions Counselor Education Program (ACEP) prepares you to become a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
- Affordable. Complete the program entirely online in nine months for around $6k; in-person classes are also available.
- Outcomes. Designed for treatment professionals who want to hone their skills, add a certification to their résumé, or prepare for the licensure/certification exam.
- Convenience. Flexible class schedule designed for working professionals.
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UMass Boston's Addictions Counselor Education Program (ACEP) prepares you to become a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
- Affordable. Complete the program entirely online in nine months for around $6k; in-person classes are also available.
- Outcomes. Designed for treatment professionals who want to hone their skills, add a certification to their résumé, or prepare for the licensure/certification exam.
- Convenience. Flexible class schedule designed for working professionals.
Why get an Addictions Counselor Education Program Certificate from UMass Boston?
UMass Boston's ACEP certificate was one of the first addiction counselor education programs to be awarded licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Graduates are automatically recognized as fulfilling educational requirements for state licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC).*
- Convenience. Program is the fastest, least expensive path to becoming a State-licensed human services professional, with the ability to become licensed without a degree.
- Expert Exam Prep. Program prepares you for the written licensure exam by providing a two-day exam preparation workshop. The program's practicum requirement allows you to access potential employment sources and complete some of the required practical hours for licensure.
- Continuing Ed Credits. Program offers continuing education credits for those seeking recertification. Students who already hold a master's in the Behavioral Sciences field can upgrade to a Master's level license, allowing you to open a private practice, bill insurance companies, and apply for jobs.
- Outcomes. Over 5,000 graduates are working in treatment centers across Massachusetts. They're working in hospital emergency departments, recovery homes, adolescent programs and school centers, outreach programs, government agencies, educational programs and centers, and grant-funded facilities. They're also working on Addiction Consult Teams and with law enforcement and correctional staff.
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Apply now for a summer or fall start. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Ready to get started? Connect with UMass Boston today and start focusing on your future.
*Check with your state's licensing board for full list of requirements.