This degree option is available for students who have already completed the current coursework required for certification as Substance Use Disorder Professionals in WA State or other states and are looking to move forward in their careers. Students not interested in obtaining certification or any other credential specific to substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, or other credential/license, may also benefit from this degree option.

Admission Requirements

• Overall Grade Point Average 3.0 or above.
• Current resume.
• Statement of intent/essay.
• 2 professional references.
• Other requirements described from Graduate Programs.

Required Courses
ADST 510	UNDERSTANDING ADDICTION IN TRIBAL COMMUNITIES	4
ADST 548	MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT	2
ADST 550	SPIRITUALITY AND ADDICTION	4
ADST 552	PROCESS ADDICTIONS	4
ADST 554	TRAUMA INFORMED CARE	4
ADST 555	FOOD AND ADDICTION	4
ADST 576	ADDICTION: A BIOPSYCHOSOCIAL APPROACH	4
ADST 582	RESEARCH FOR EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE	4
ADST 602	ADST PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO	2
Required Elective Credits–chosen from approved related programs of study in consultation with advisor		12
Total Credits		44