Master of Science - Addiction Counseling

The Addiction Counseling Master of Science degree program at Johnson & Wales University is designed to prepare graduates to serve the community as addiction counselors after 18 months of full-time study. The primary goal of the program is to prepare master's-level clinicians with the counseling skills that integrate theoretical foundations of professional counseling into positive client interaction and intervention skills.

The program emphasizes the development of attitudes, knowledge and skills essential in the formation of professional counselors who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services. In addition to the coursework required, students experience practicum and internship experiences under supervision of clinical professionals.

Students who are preparing to specialize as addiction counselors are expected to possess the knowledge and skills necessary to address a wide range of issues in the context of addiction counseling, treatment and prevention programs, as well as in a broader mental-health counseling context.