Emphasis Overview
The Emphasis in Substance Abuse Treatment is designed to provide education and training in the prevention, assessment, intervention, and treatment of alcohol and other drug abuse (AODA) disorders. Specifically, the coursework provides education in substance abuse treatment theories, techniques, and core functions, focusing on evidence-based research and best practice standards.
Adler University is accredited as an Advanced Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor Training Program by the Illinois Certification Board (ICB). This certification process is based on the Illinois Model for Certification of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselors.
Students who have an interest in the emphasis should speak with the Emphasis Coordinator as early as possible to express their interest and discuss programmatic changes.
Admission Requirements
Enrollment in the clinical psychology Psy.D. program
Additionally, once students are admitted into the emphasis, they must maintain the following standards, or they will be withdrawn from the emphasis:
- Maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.25.
- Obtain a grade of at least B in all required courses.
- Pass all milestones in the Psy.D. program (CQE, dissertation, etc.).
- Have no SCEC referrals.
- Have no more than one SDC referral.
- Maintain a collaborative, team-focused attitude with no comportment issues that warrant a referral to the SCEC while engaged in any emphasis activities, practica, or classes.
Completion Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of all required credit hours, including all required courses.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher and no more than one grade of C.
- Successful completion of a dissertation in the related topic area and submission to the Psy.D. department.
- Submission of completed graduation application and full payment of all outstanding tuition and fees.
For further information, contact Cathy McNeilly, Psy.D., CADC, Associate Professor, Substance Abuse Treatment emphasis coordinator, at [email protected].
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