College of Health and Human Services – Department of Social Work, with a Graduate Certificate in Substance Abuse Studies
The Substance Abuse Studies Certificate, housed within the Department of Social Work and the College of Health and Human Sciences at Western Carolina University is designed to meet the educational requirements for the Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) credential administered by the NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board. It is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals working in the field of substance abuse practice and increase the number of qualified addictions specialists. Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, North Carolina.