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Program Summary

SPRING 2024
Application Dates: 12/8/2023
Start Dates: 01/8/2024
SUMMER 2023
Application Dates: 04/15/2023
Start Dates: 05/15/2023
Fall 2023
Application Dates: 07/21/2023
Start Dates: 08/21/2023
Credits required: 9
Cost per credit: $715.50
Kalea Benner

Kalea Benner

Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs

Associate Professor

College of Social Work

677 Patterson Office Tower

(859) 257-6650

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The Substance Use Disorders certificate prepares students to work with individuals, families, agencies and communities impacted by substance misuse. Coursework is designed to advance the knowledge of the etiology, neuroscience and comorbidity of substance use disorder, in addition to identifying strategies for intervention including evidence informed theories, self-help programs, and medication assisted treatment. This graduate certificate is ideal for any graduate student or professional who seeks to work in the field of substance misuse.

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Program Summary

SPRING 2024
Application Dates: 12/8/2023
Start Dates: 01/8/2024
SUMMER 2023
Application Dates: 04/15/2023
Start Dates: 05/15/2023
Fall 2023
Application Dates: 07/21/2023
Start Dates: 08/21/2023
Credits required: 9
Cost per credit: $715.50

Help improve lives and mitigate the paradox for treatment access

 

Substance Use Disorders (SUD) is one of the leading causes of ER visits, behavioral health needs and death due to overdose. Despite the prevalence, access to treatment providers remain critically low. This certificate is specifically designed to help develop practitioners who are dedicated to improving the lives of those who experience substance use disorder and the families and communities who support them. The online SUD certificate creates critical and meaningful access, meeting practitioners in their space rather than requiring travel to a regional site. Additionally, this certificate provides an academic credential for professionals in a wide range of disciplines who seek to address substance misuse. 

The curriculum includes both required courses and a guided elective that allows students to determine the final course that best meets their needs, whether through a practicum or through theories of intervention. The curriculum is encompassing so that ALL disciplines can benefit or a student can take as a post-baccalaureate program.

Application Requirements

  • Must be a current Univerisity of Kentucky Graduate Student or have a conferred Graduate Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Unofficial copies of university transcripts must be attached to and submitted with the application.
  • No recommendations or test scores are required.
  • To apply, complete the Graduate School application

For non-University of Kentucky students with a conferred degree:


Curriculum

Required Electives for Substance Use Disorder Certificate (9 hours):

  • SW 524 – Substance Misuse (3 hours)
  • SW 711 – Trauma-Informed Practice (3 hours)
  • SW 640, 740 or 741 – MSW practicum in a substance misuse treatment agency OR an approved clinical elective (i.e., SW 726, 728, or 730)

Federal Financial Aid and Certificate Programs

Please note that federal financial aid is not available for certificate programs, but other financial resources may be available on the Financial Aid page.

Contact

Kalea Benner

Kalea Benner

Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs

Associate Professor

College of Social Work

677 Patterson Office Tower

(859) 257-6650

Students Residing Outside of Kentucky

If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Out of State Student page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state.