HELP PEOPLE OVERCOME ADDICTION THROUGH NOVA’S CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Help those who are struggling with addiction to overcome their challenges and achieve their goals by earning the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Counselor Certificate at NOVA.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Counselor Certificate
Students with Bachelor’s degrees can fulfill the Virginia educational requirements for substance abuse counselor certification, including didactic and experiential learning, in this NOVA certificate program. Your studies include completing a supervised internship. If you’re not interested in state certification but want to grow your knowledge and skills in this field, you’re welcome to enroll in NOVA’s substance abuse rehabilitation counselor program.
- Length
- One Year
- Credits
- 37
- Locations
- Alexandria
WHY STUDY SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING AT NOVA?
Supportive Substance Abuse Counseling Faculty
You’ll learn from NOVA faculty with knowledge and skills in best practices in substance abuse treatment. They’re also passionate teachers who create a supportive learning environment.
Essential Substance Abuse Counseling Courses
You’ll take engaging and relevant classes that will cover the topics that are essential for you to learn to be effective as a substance abuse rehabilitation counselor.
Affordable Substance Abuse Counseling Education
You’ll receive an affordable education in substance abuse rehabilitation counseling. You may be eligible for NOVA scholarships, which can offset your tuition and program-related expenses.
Accreditations
Northern Virginia Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the substance abuse rehabilitation counselor certificate.
Credits and
Transfer Info
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional ways, including but not limited to: certifications, AP or IB exams, military training, or life experience.
Transferring
Learn more about possible transfer opportunities associated with this program of study. Students interested in transferring should contact an advisor or counselor to further discuss their plans.