Develop expertise. Elevate your practice.
Addiction touches lives across every community—and social workers are often among the first to respond. FIU’s Graduate Certificate in Addictions prepares MSW students to engage with this complex issue through specialized coursework and practical knowledge that translates directly into behavioral health, healthcare, and community settings.
Whether you plan to specialize in addictions or simply want to expand your ability to serve a variety of populations, this certificate offers deeper insight, valuable skills, and added flexibility in career options across clinical, integrated care and prevention-focused roles.
Courses Include:
- SOW 5710 – Current Issues in Addiction Practices
- SOW 6114C – Assessment & Treatment of Addiction & Related Problems
- SOW 6711 – Prevention of Addiction & Related Problems
You'll explore current trends, develop treatment and prevention strategies, and examine addiction through a social work lens—readying yourself for interdisciplinary practice across behavioral health, primary care, and human service organizations.
Application Requirements
Open to degree-seeking, MSW students only. Applicants must submit a Graduate Certificate Program Application for approval by the School of Social Work.
This certificate gives your MSW added dimension—opening doors and equipping you to meet a growing need with clarity, confidence, and purpose.