Addiction Studies Certificate Program

About this programme

This certificate allows students to take a collection of courses (by their own design) that specialize in the area of addictions. Students must satisfy the Degree English Requirement, complete two courses in psychology and one second year methods course. A senior course in theories of addiction is also required but offered across several departments. These courses were selected to give students an appreciation for research and a strong pharmacology and addiction theory background. The remaining courses can be chosen from a variety of disciplines that deal either directly or indirectly with addictions. This credential is considered embedded as it is designed primarily for students enrolled, or intending to enroll, in a bachelor's degree or diploma. Students will select from a variety of eligible courses to fit with their interests. Credits applied toward the Certificate may also be applied toward major program or minor program requirements, or toward a bachelor’s degree under the normal regulations governing those programs. For example, students interested in criminology could benefit from a working understanding of addictions if they were going into policing, probation, or juvenile services. Courses have been selected from a number of different departments; however, there are no guaranteed seats for students registered for this credential. Each department has its own rules for reserved seating and cross-department enrolment policies. As there are no guaranteed seats, students attempting to register in classes across these departments and areas are encouraged to contact in