college of Health Professions
Substance Use Disorder
Deepen your understanding of substance use disorders and their impact on people and communities. Add a minor or certificate that supports informed, compassionate interactions in public-facing fields.
Substance Use Disorder at Findlay
Why study Substance Use Disorder at Findlay?
Study the complexities of substance use disorders and their effects across healthcare, education, government, business, and community life. Findlay offers this study as a certificate or a minor.
- Understand the issue. Explore substance use disorders and the challenges faced by people affected by them.
- Choose a credential. Earn the certificate or add the minor to a bachelor’s degree.
- Fit study around your schedule. Evening courses are designed to accommodate students, working professionals, and community members.
This program can inform prevention, recovery, and human service work. Counseling practice requires additional education, supervised experience, and applicable licensure.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Substance Use Disorder by the Numbers
2
Credential options
Available as a minor or certificate.
18
Required credits
Listed for the Substance Use Disorder program.
College of health professions
At a Glance
College
College of Health Professions
Degree
Minor in Substance Use Disorder or Certificate in Substance Use Disorder
Format
On-Campus, Online or Hybrid
Required credits
18 Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Minor in Substance Use Disorder consists of required courses. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Undergraduate Catalog.
beyond graduation
Careers
Substance Use Disorder study can support prevention, recovery, and human service work. Counseling practice requires additional education, supervised experience, and applicable licensure.
- Substance use prevention assistant
- Recovery support worker
- Behavioral health case aide
- Substance use counselor with additional credentials
Explore related occupations and typical entry requirements in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors and social and human service assistants.
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