
Certificate in
Addiction Studies Certificate Central Ohio Technical College

Introduction
The number of citizens affected by substance use disorder is in the millions, and Ohio is severely affected. The Addiction Studies Certificate program prepares individuals to work in entry-level positions in many community health programs. Coursework includes training in assisting individuals and families with a variety of issues arising from addiction problems.
At Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), students interested in the Addiction Studies Certificate have the flexibility to take classes face-to-face or online. Additionally, this certificate can be completed quickly in just two semesters. The Addiction Studies Certificate is set up to auto-award a certificate on the Human Services Associate of Applied Science track for those students choosing the Chemical Dependency II elective course. This certificate option is available to any COTC student from other disciplines interacting with substance abuse clients or related addiction issues.