Master of Arts in
Advanced Addiction Counseling and Treatment

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Advance Your Career in Addiction Counseling

Take your expertise to the next level with the Master of Arts in Advanced Addiction Counseling & Treatment at Eastern Washington University.

Designed for current substance use disorder professionals and behavioral health providers, this 100% online program delivers advanced training in counseling, co-occurring disorders, clinical supervision, and hands-on skills for real-world impact.

Whether you’re looking to grow in your current role or pursue new leadership opportunities, our program offers the flexibility you need to succeed. Choose full- or part-time enrollment and balance your education with your career and personal life. Financial aid is available.

You’ll learn:

  • Advanced theory and techniques in substance use counseling
  • Treatment planning for co-occurring mental health disorders
  • Clinical supervision and ethical leadership
  • Skills to support diverse individuals, families, and communities

Our coursework aligns with Washington State’s education requirements for the Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC) credential. To learn more about licensing requirements, visit the Washington State Department of Health website.

Join a community of compassionate professionals making a difference. Your next step starts here.

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Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university
  • A calculated GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 90 quarter or 60 semester graded post-secondary credits
  • 1-page personal statement outlining your career and educational goals,
  • Current resume
  • 2 professional references

What You'll Learn

The following information comes from the official EWU catalog, which outlines all degree requirements and serves as the guide to earning a degree. Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded and versatile degree, covering a wide range of subject areas.

Advanced Addiction Counseling and Treatment, Master of Arts (MA)

Required Courses
ADST 505ADDICTION GROUP COUNSELING2
ADST 535CONFIDENTIALITY, LAW AND ETHICS FOR THE ADDICTION PROFESSIONAL4
ADST 542SCREENING, ASSESSMENT, AND MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTATION OF CO-OCCURRING DISORDERS4
ADST 545COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY4
ADST 546BEST PRACTICE INTERVENTIONS AND CULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS4
ADST 552PROCESS ADDICTIONS4
ADST 554TRAUMA INFORMED CARE4
ADST 560CLINICAL SUPERVISION IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PRACTICE4
ADST 561SPECIAL TOPICS4
ADST 576ADDICTION: A BIOPSYCHOSOCIAL APPROACH4
ADST 582RESEARCH FOR EVIDENCE INFORMED PRACTICE4
ADST 584SUBSTANCE MISUSE AND HARM REDUCTION4
ADST 602ADST PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO2
Total Credits48

Why Study at the Region's Polytechnic?

Get a hands-on education, real-world experience, and personalized support from faculty so you can launch your career with confidence.

Affordable Education

Benefit from the lowest tuition rates in Washington and financial aid options to help you graduate debt-free.

NAADAC Approved

Study with confidence in a well-rounded Addiction Studies program approved by NAADAC.

Strong Job Opportunities

The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an average job growth of 23% for addiction counselors through 2026.

Expert Faculty

Learn from dedicated, passionate professionals who bring decades of on-the-job insight into the classroom.

Online Classes Available

Take courses at your convenience and complete assignments when it works for your schedule.

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