A retirement graphic from CASAT School of Public Health featuring a smiling woman with long blonde hair against a blurred outdoor background. Decorative script text reads "Happy Retirement Debbie!" Bold yellow text states: "For more than 20 years, Debbie Leone has helped students take the next step toward careers that strengthen prevention, treatment and recovery services in communities across Nevada and beyond." The University of Nevada and CASAT School of Public Health logos appear in the bottom right corner.

Recognizing Debbie Leone: Over 20 Years of Dedication to CASAT and Our Students

Thank you, Debbie, for more than 20 years of showing up, caring deeply, and making CASAT feel like home for so many students along the way. Your legacy here is real, and we are so grateful for every single year of it.

Undergraduate Minor & Certificate Programs

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Addiction Treatment Services Minor or Undergraduate Certificate

Undergraduate minor and certificate pathways are available for students interested in supplementing their studies with foundational knowledge and skills in addiction treatment services, with options for both degree-seeking and non-degree students.

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Peer Support Specialist Certificate

A certificate pathway is available for individuals with “lived experience” seeking to develop mentoring and coaching skills in support of addiction and mental health recovery.

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Undergraduate Practicum in Addiction Treatment and Prevention

An optional practicum course is available for students who have completed the undergraduate program and seek hands-on experience in the behavioral health field or are pursuing Nevada drug and alcohol certification.

Graduate Specialization Programs

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Graduate Certificate Programs

For individuals and licensed professionals seeking specialized expertise, CASAT offers two online advanced certificate programs in substance use and co-occurring disorders. Each supports distinct licensure pathways in Nevada’s behavioral health landscape.

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Masters Degree Specialization in Addiction Treatment Services

CASAT offers a Master of Science in Human Development and Family Studies with a specialization in Addiction Treatment Services, combining foundational coursework with practical field experience.

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Tele-behavioral Health Services Certificate

This online nine-credit certificate program is focused on the effective use of technology to deliver substance use disorder treatment and behavioral health services.