Graduate School
Graduate School
Accredited programs in addiction counseling
The Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Phone: 800-621-7440 or 312-263-0456.
The Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing has granted program accreditation for both the Certificate in Addiction Counseling and the Master Arts programs.
Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies is registered as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions.
Licensure Information
Graduates of the Master of Arts and Certificate in Addiction Counseling programs meet requirements for licensure in Minnesota for alcohol and drug addiction counseling. Please note: as of July 1, 2008, candidates for Minnesota licensure must hold a bachelor's degree.
Licensing requirements vary from state to state. We encourage all applicants to check with their respective states on specific licensure requirement.

