Substance Abuse Counseling, Certificate

The Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate is designed for individuals who have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a field outside of behavioral science but wish to pursue substance abuse counseling licensure in Texas.  Students who successfully complete the courses will be eligible to register as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) intern. The findings of a criminal background check can impact an individual’s eligibility for licensure or certification.