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Counseling & Behavioral Sciences

UC San Diego Extended Studies Counseling and Behavioral Science programs and courses are for individuals seeking to gain experience and knowledge in the mental health field.

We serve the counseling and therapy community by providing opportunities to obtain specialized training for career start-up or advancement
Demand for counseling and mental health care is growing. Our programs equip both experienced professionals and those just entering the field with the skills needed to succeed in the field. Programs include Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling and Play Therapy. Prepare for a challenging career in the field of substance abuse counseling and earn Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor I (CADC-I) certification through the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals. Extended Studies is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy (APT Approved Provider 98-046). Play Therapy courses are approved for continuing education and count toward becoming a Registered Play Therapist or Registered Play Therapist Supervisor.

Counseling & Behavioral Sciences Programs & Certificates

Classroom type:
Live Online
In-Person
Online
Hybrid

ASCEND | Advancing Substance Use Disorder Counselor Education and Development

Complete the required 80-hour core competency training through the ASCEND Program. Offered online and self-paced in partnership with DHCS, this...

Genetic Counseling Assistant (GCA) Program

This online two-course program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support genetic counselors in delivering...

Health and Wellness Coaching

Become a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Certificate offers flexible training, key skills, and fast-track NBHWC exam prep for a...

Duration
6-9 Months
Cost
$5,730

Substance Use Disorder Counseling

Designed for counselors in all settings, this program meets education requirements for Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor I (CADC-I).

Duration
18 Months
Cost
$6,300

Counseling & Behavioral Sciences Courses

Classroom type:
Live Online
In-Person
Online
Hybrid
PSY-X402.14

Addiction and Recovery: Etiology and Physiology

Units
3.00
Cost
$545.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
FPM-X400.54

Addiction Problems: Prevention, Public Health, and Public Policy

Units
2.00
Cost
$455.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
PSY-X402.15

Addiction Science: Psychology and Pharmacology

Units
3.00
Cost
$545.00
Typically Offered
Winter, Summer
PSY-X402.13

Advanced Intervention

Units
2.00
Cost
$455.00
Typically Offered
Winter, Summer
PSY-X400.70

Applied Skills for Group Dynamics and Facilitation

Units
3.00
Cost
$545.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
PSY-X403.74

Basic and Advanced Counseling Skills and Characteristics

Units
1.00
Cost
$375.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
PSY-X402.21

Co-Occurring Disorders

Units
2.00
Cost
$455.00
Typically Offered
Winter, Summer
FPM-X403.45

Crisis Intervention: Theory and Practical Skills

Units
2.00
Cost
$455.00
Typically Offered
Winter, Summer
FPM-X405.52

Cultural, Social, and Historical Overview of Alcohol and Drug Related Problems

Units
3.00
Cost
$545.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
PSYC-X400.29

Human Growth and Development

Get an introduction to the major theories, models, and research related to human development throughout all stages of the lifespan from birth to...

Units
4.50
Cost
$895.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
PSY-X403.46

Introduction to Counseling Models

Units
3.00
Cost
$545.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
PSYC-X400.28

Introduction to Psychology

Undergraduate online psychology course introducing human behavior, development, and the mind.

Units
4.50
Cost
$895.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
FPM-X405.36

Law and Ethics for Addiction Professionals

Units
1.00
Cost
$375.00
Typically Offered
Winter, Summer
PSY-X403.21

Practicum for the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor

Units
5.00
Cost
$375.00
Typically Offered
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
PSY-X403.77

Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

Units
3.00
Cost
$545.00
Typically Offered
Winter, Summer