Program Overview
The UNO Addiction Counseling Professional Program is designed for mental health practitioners licensed in Nebraska or students completing a mental health license eligible graduate program. This program allows for the completion of the necessary additional clinical coursework to qualify for licensure as a Provisional Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the State of Nebraska. The program offers flexibility with 9 credit hours offered fully online to meet the individual needs of students across the state.
Program of Study
To successfully complete the program, students must take the following courses:
- COUN/SOWK 4510/8516 Clinical Treatment Issues of Substance Use Disorders (3 credits)
- COUN/SOWK 4680/8686 Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Substance Use Disorders (3 credits)
- COUN/SOWK 4690/8696 Assessment and Case Management of Substance Use Disorders (3 credits)
Licensure Requirements
As the Addictions Counseling Certificate Program (ACPP) is a graduate-level training program designed for students enrolled in graduate degree programs leading toward professional licensure in the state of Nebraska, students must meet the following educational requirements for provisional licensure:
- Be enrolled in a graduate degree program that prepares them for licensure as a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) or another qualifying mental health credential in Nebraska.
- Earn a graduate degree that meets the educational requirements for licensure as a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) in Nebraska.
- Successfully complete the three required courses that satisfy the educational requirements for Provisionally Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (PLADC) licensure.
- Complete a 300-hour practicum under the supervision of an approved on-site LADC supervisor.
Please note that provisional licensure is granted by the State of Nebraska, not by the department or the university. Completion of the ACPP and the requirements listed above does not guarantee licensure. Students are responsible for ensuring they meet all applicable state licensure requirements. For additional information, please visit the Nebraska LADC licensure website.
How to Apply
If you are a current University of Nebraska Student, but are not a UNO student, you may apply for Intercampus enrollment
If you are not a University of Nebraska student, to be considered for the UNO Addiction Counseling Professional Program, you must
Apply as an unclassified student at UNO:- Visit UNO Admissions
- Select "Graduate Student"
- Create an account
- Select "Unclassified" for the program
- Provide your SSN to create an NUID number (important for former UNO students to avoid duplicate NUIDs)
- Submit all required materials
- Pay the application fee
For questions about applying, contact the graduate office at gradschool@unomaha.edu or 402.554.2341.
Professional Organizations
American Counseling Association
Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN)
Nebraska Association of Addiction Professionals
International Association of Addictions and Offender Counselors
International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium
We look forward to helping you take the next step in your professional journey!
For further details, contact Dr. Christine Chasek at christinechasek@unomaha.edu or Instructor Tom Maxson at tmaxson@unomaha.edu.