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Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling — Addictions & Recovery

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M.A. in Human Services Counseling – Addictions & Recovery

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Help Others Break Out of the Addiction Cycle with a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling – Addictions and Recovery

The job of a counselor is essential towards fostering a healthy, effective recovery from addiction. Suffering from addiction can have a severe impact on the mental, physical, and spiritual needs of an individual. Further your career and make a difference in the lives of others through Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Human Services – Addictions and Recovery.

Addiction often dramatically impacts the way a person functions and lives their life; a counselor who maintains a biblical worldview can guide their client back on the right path. Our online degree focuses on training you to counsel others from a Christian perspective. You will understand how addiction happens and the steps towards creating a successful recovery program.

Every addiction case is going to vary; our program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to confidentially treat clients. Your online counseling classes will teach you the different theories and concepts that have shown to be successful in recovery cases. As a counselor, you can make a life-lasting impact on individuals who suffer from addiction.

Please note that Liberty’s online master’s in human services counseling degree does not lead to state licensure as a counselor. If you are interested in a licensure degree, please see our Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, or Master of Education in School Counseling.

What Will You Study in the Masters in Human Services Online Degree?

  • How to integrate a biblical worldview into a recovery plan
  • Learn the biological aspects of addiction and recovery
  • Develop addiction recovery plans and intervention programs
  • Become trained in how to diagnose and treat sexual addiction

As a counselor, you will face a different situation for every client you have. Our online degree program is designed to give you a range of skills that are essential towards having a thriving counseling practice. You will become trained in how to diagnose different types of addictions and how to create personalized recovery programs.

Potential Career Options for Graduates of the Online Master’s in Human Services Counseling – Addictions & Recovery

  • Case manager
  • Managed care specialist
  • Mental health services manager
  • Non-licensed counselor
  • Rehabilitation counselor*
  • Substance abuse counselor*

Human Services Counseling Degree Online Program Benefits

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online addiction and recovery degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
  • You can complete our MA in Human Services – Addictions and Recovery in as little as 3 semesters.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:

  • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses.
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course).
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences).

 

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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100% online, 8-week courses

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Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

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Jan 13, 2025

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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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