Program Overview
University of the Pacific's Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate Program gives you the knowledge and experience to become certified in substance abuse counseling. Our program meets the educational and training requirements established according to regulations from the State of California Department of Health, Division of Alcohol and Drug Programs. It was developed by Benerd College in conjunction with professionals and experts in the field of substance abuse.
This six-month long program is designed to provide participants with the skills necessary to counsel clients in the recovery process. Topics and skills include assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, and community resources. Special issues are addressed including sexual harassment, gender, aging, disabilities, cultural differences, and co-occurring disorders. We strongly recommend you are at least one year sober when applying for this program.
Tuition & Fees
This program is not eligible for University of the Pacific or Federal Financial Aid.
Application Fee: $75 (non refundable, paid at time of application submission) (Fee increases to $100 for late applications submitted within late application deadline)
Program Tuition: $4,200 ($525/per course, 8 courses total)
Administrative Fee: $95 (non refundable, paid at time of program acceptance and confirmation)
Textbooks: $590 (est.)
Total Program Cost: $4,960
July 2024 Application date range
Application date range: April 09, 2024 – June 14, 2024
Late app deadline: June 28, 2024 (any applications received after the June 14, 2024 date are subject to a non-refundable application fee of $100. NO applications will be accepted after June 28, 2024 regardless of circumstance)
Program Dates — July 8, 2024 – December 22, 2024
- Block 1: July 8 – Aug 18, 2024
- Block 2: Aug 19 – Sept 29, 2024
- Block 3: Sept 30 – Nov 10, 2024
- Block 4: Nov 11 – Dec 22, 2024
Note: Fees are subject to change.