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Substance Use Disorder Professional Accelerated Training

Substance Use Disorder Professional Accelerated Training

Highline College offers an accelerated Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) Alternative Training. This is a 15 credit entirely online program, for eligible providers interested in becoming a SUDP through the Alternative Training pathway. You must hold an active license in good standing in the areas of WAC 246-811-076 (Masters level providers).

 

The courses teach the TAP 21 basic competencies and are focused on preparing you to pass the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) credentialing exam! In addition to coursework, you must complete supervised experience hours as required by the state to receive full SUDP credentialing.

 

***If you are a bilingual/bicultural behavioral health professional, you may qualify for a scholarship. Complete the survey here. You will receive a response within two weeks.

Program Highlights 

  • Expedited educational pathway for dual credentialing, only 15 credits required
  • Courses offered entirely online; self-paced so you can complete the program around your schedule
  • Courses designed specifically for masters and doctoral level licensed professionals
  • Students can begin the program any quarter
  • This program also meets the requires for Co-Occuring Disorder Specialist per RCW 18.205.105.
Program Requirements

 

Fall Quarter:

HSER 222- Introduction to Substance Abuse (3 credits)

 

Winter Quarter:

HSER 102- Physiology of Psychoactive Drugs (3 credits)

 

Spring Quarter:

HSER 119- Laws, Professionalism and Ethics (3 credits)

 

Summer Quarter:

HSER 225- Individual, Family and Group Addiction Counseling (3 credits)

HSER 220- ASAM Criteria and Treatment Placement (3 credits)

For more information or questions about how to register, visit the Continuing Education website; contact us at (206) 592-3785 or by email at ce@highline.edu.

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