CADUS
The Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Use Studies (CADUS) provides advanced students with an interdisciplinary learning experience that examines biological, psychological, social, cultural, and public health perspectives on substance use. The program is designed for graduate students and professionals currently working in social work, nursing, public health, education, criminal justice, and related fields who realize the need for the specialized training on substance use and addictions. Adding the CADUS certificate to existing educational and/or work experience is likely to enhance an individual's career opportunities. For students interested in becoming a certified alcohol and drug counselor or prevention specialist, the CADUS coursework will help meet the education requirements of the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals. Read the university's gainful employment disclosure
Highlights
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CADUS applications are accepted year-round and students may start any semester
Pre-requisites
Eligibility for admission to the Graduate Certificate is limited to those holding a graduate degree from an accredited educational institution or actively pursuing a master's or doctoral degree at Wayne State University.
Applicants must meet the admissions standards of the Graduate School.
Program requirements
To earn the CADUS certificate, the student must successfully complete 12 credits of approved courses for the certificate program. Up to 9 of the 12 credits may be applied to both the Certificate and the graduate degree, subject to approval of the relevant academic department and the certificate program coordinator. There is a three-year time limit in which to meet certificate program requirements.
Curriculum
The coursework consists of a total of 12 credits, including from a selection of introductory (one required), advanced (2 required) and biopsychosocial (1 required) courses in the order specified. Most students enroll in one or two courses per term. Courses are offered by several departments throughout the University and most are offered at least once per year. Students will work with their advisor to develop a plan for their coursework based on their background and career goals.
For students that have already completed a master's degree, the certificate is awarded when they have met all the requirements. For students earning the certificate concurrently with a master's or graduate degree, the certificate is awarded when all the requirements of the certificate and the degree have been met.
Additional program information and course
Admission process
Applications are accepted throughout the year and students may begin the program during any semester. If you are not a current WSU graduate student, complete the Graduate Admissions application then make an appointment with Lawrence Robinson lawrencerobinson@wayne.edu to complete your advising form. If you are already a WSU graduate student, submit the application for the CADUS certificate program form and then make an appointment with Lawrence Robinson, lawrencerobinson@wayne.edu to complete your advising form.
Forms
Contact
Lawrence Robinson, Jr.
Advisor II
dz2996@wayne.edu
313-577-4409
Stella Resko
CADUS Coordinator
stella@wayne.edu