Overview

Explore a dynamic and flexible learning experience that builds to a rewarding career as an addiction counselor. Substance use issues are not slowing down. We need people with the ability to find solutions, empathy for others, passion for advocacy and a strong desire to help take on this challenge.

Addiction counselors are licensed professionals who help people overcome substance abuse through evidence-based interventions, practices and assessments. You may work in a clinic, halfway house, hospital, prison, residential treatment facility or outpatient rehabilitation center. The hard work of an addiction counselor is energized by witnessing someone find their unique pathway to healing and recovery. Be part of a helping field that fosters hope for the future.

Why Choose Washburn University?

Not only do our courses equip you with a wide range of skills and knowledge, our program is customizable to your needs. You may complete your degree completely online or create a mix of online and on campus. Full-time and part-time options are available as well as a fast-track schedule that can put you in the field quickly. We also offer open enrollment which means you can begin your coursework immediately. Other program benefits include:

Approved by NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals
Approved by Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board or KSBSRB
Washburn prepares Kansas students to become Licensed Addiction Counselors (LAC) and KDADS Person-Centered Case Managers (PCCM).
Gain real-world experience with two, 200-hour internships at a substance use treatment agency of interest. You will have an opportunity to pursue special interests such as trauma, aging, advocacy and non-profit management.

Continue your education by pursuing a Master of Arts in Family & Human Services at Washburn or other graduate programs in related fields.

Our Family and Human Services - Addiction Counseling program at Washburn University provides a foundation of evidence-based practices, enhanced by a special focus on critical challenges in the field. All of us - students, professors, clients and communities - benefit from a broad and inclusive perspective. Washburn welcomes students from diverse backgrounds.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Family and Human Services

Human Development

Skills for Helping Professionals

Prevention and Social Change

Service Coordination

Family Issues

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

If you meet one of the following criteria you will be granted admission:

A high school GPA ≥ 2.25 OR;
ACT composite score ≥ 21.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the application for admission

official ACT or SAT scores (only required if you’re under 21)*

official high school transcripts

Pay a one-time, $20 non-refundable application fee

While ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission, if you have previously taken the test we prefer to have your scores on file for advising purposes and potential scholarship increases (scores will not negatively impact your admission status nor scholarship earning potential).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Out-of-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year

Living costs

Topeka

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why Choose Washburn University?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Topeka

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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