NUI Maynooth Certificate in Addiction Studies:

This is a university level 7 Certificate which leads to a level 8 Diploma in Addiction Studies.

There are four modules;

1. Substance Use and Dependence
2. Drug and Alcohol Misuse in Contemporary Ireland
3. Approaches to Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation
4. Group work & Facilitation/Reflective Learning

Applicants must be over 21 years of age but there is no previous educational requirement as the course is offered through the Department of Adult and Community Education NUI Maynooth.

The course costs €600  (normally €1250).
The course runs for 3 hours per week during the academic year from September to May.
For more information and an application form contact Emma Fox at 01 457 9445