Prerequisites
Submit an online application.
One letter of recommendation is needed for the Certificate program. Please provide the name, mailing address and email address of your recommender.
Please note that applicants do not need to send official copies until accepted into the program. Unofficial school transcripts are required upon time of application, including University of Cincinnati transcripts. Additional information is available at
https://business.uc.edu/programs-degrees/graduate/certificates.html
Accepted applicants are required to send official transcripts to: Graduate School at the University of Cincinnati 110 Van Wormer Hall P.O. Box 210627 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0627
Goal statement that clearly states how this certificate program will benefit you and further your career.
Yes. The vast majority of our students work throughout their time in their academic program. It is important to assess course load and financial aid to understand how to balance school and work.
If possible, students may cut down on their work hours during a clinical portion of a program.
Most of our programs do not require onsite visits, but there is one exception. If you are interested in pursuing the Master of Science in Nursing-Nurse Midwifery, you will have 1 skills intensives that takes place on campus.
The educational requirements for becoming a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor can vary by state. Before starting a program, we recommend thoroughly researching the academic requirements in your state. You can view if our program meets your state’s requirements here. Find our program under the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services.
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