Alvernia’s Addiction Studies Degree was one of the first of its kind in the United States. Students who pursue this major find the subject area extremely relevant, challenging and rewarding in their quest to understand one of society ’s major problems.

A degree in Addiction Studies provides theoretical and practical training for professional roles in prevention and treatment settings. In addition, and perhaps more importantly, it is highly valued by related fields such as criminal justice, mental health, and children/youth agencies. Because of its wide application, the degree is designed to expand employment and placement opportunities for its majors upon graduation.

The program’s commitment to excellence is exemplified through its recruitment and faculty selection. The Addictions faculty includes national educators and published professionals, as well as top level administrators who are actively involved with changes occurring in healthcare. This highly trained faculty provides an educationally rich and extremely interesting classroom experience. Students are able to complement their classroom education with two field placements. This practicum field experience gives the Addictions major valuable exposure to work environments prior to graduation. As the need to address problems related to addiction increases, the demand for highly qualified degreed individuals will continue to grow stronger.

The Addiction Studies program is administered through Alvernia's Graduate and Continuing Studies Division. Freshmen majoring in the field will find helpful guidence though an advisor in the Social Work department.

NOTE: All Addictions courses are approved by the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB).

Updated: June 18, 2007

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