Addiction Counseling | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Master of Science in Addiction Counseling


Learn to help patients manage and overcome substance abuse disorders, behavioral health issues and addiction with evidence-based support through our online, comprehensive addiction counseling program.


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Empower Recovery. Inspire Change as an Addiction Counselor.

The TTUHSC Master of Science in Addiction Counseling (MSAC) trains students as entry-level addiction counselors to work competently and ethically through the mastery of evidence-based counseling practices through understanding the unique needs of people.



First fully-online
addiction counseling program
available in Texas and third in the United States*

(source: quote from Dr. Sneed in article)

 

Curriculum

Addiction Counseling curriculum prepares counselors with knowledge, attitudes and skills to assist clients by focusing on individualized needs and research-backed techniques.

7-10 Semesters or 2 years
 60 Semester Credit Hours
Classes include a combination of:
  • Psychopathology and Diagnosis
  • Treatment Planning and Case Management
  • Multicultural Counseling
  • Foundations of Addiction Counseling and Ethical Development
  • Neurobiology of Addiction
What to Expect
  • Clinical Training Experiences
  • Certificate in Telehealth
  • Designed for Working Professionals
  • Easily Accessible Faculty and Advisors
  • Interprofessional Learning Activities for Enhanced Patient Care
  • Innovative Training in Telehealth Services
1st
 Fully-Online

Addiction Counseling Program in Texas

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Progam Completion Rate

for 2019

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National Job Growth

for Addiction Counselors 2016-2026 – U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Career

  • Job Growth – 23% through 2026

  • Growing Need for Addiction Counselors

  • Job Opportunity: Outpatient Care Centers, Residential Facilities, and Individual and Family Services

     

Feb. 1 July 1
Application Open
June 1 Nov. 1
Application Deadline
Fall Spring
Term Program Start

Required Education: Bachelor's degree

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Contact

Phone: (806) 743-3220
Office Hours: 8am-5pm, M-F
Email: health.professions@ttuhsc.edu
Address: 3601 4th Street, MS 6294, Lubbock, TX 79430

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