
Substance Use Disorder Treatment & Recovery
Advance your expertise and make a difference with UNC Pembroke’s Graduate Certificate in Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery. This 12-hour program equips Master of Social Work students with the knowledge to understand, assess and treat substance use disorders — preparing you to meet urgent needs in a growing field. The certificate meets Criteria C for Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) eligibility and is approved by the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board.
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Program Details
The Graduate Certificate in Substance Use Disorder Treatment & Recovery is available exclusively to students enrolled in 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Our MSW program emphasizes culturally responsive practice, community leadership, and clinical excellence.
Earn Your MSW & SUD Certificate and:
- Expand career options with specialized training in substance use and co-occurring disorders
- Fast-track LCAS licensure with reduced supervised practice time
- Strengthen clinical skills in culturally responsive, evidence-based treatment
- Serve critical community needs and make a greater impact
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