Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Addictions and Recovery
Take the Next Step Toward Helping Individuals Through the Recovery Process
If you have a passion for working with individuals in addiction and recovery programs, you will be interested in Liberty University’s online undergraduate psychology degree for addictions and recovery. Whether you are just entering post-secondary education or looking to expand your horizons, this B.S. in Psychology can help prepare you to take that next step to further your education or career through flexible and affordable online classes. Students in this program will explore what it takes to counsel someone in their time of need while creating a treatment plan. With courses that will enlighten you on the psychological, biological, and socio-cultural-political issues that affect the behaviors of an addict, this undergraduate psychology degree program ensures that you will have a well-rounded education in the field of addiction and recovery.
Through courses like Integration of Psychology and Christianity, you can learn how to integrate biblical principles into your career in a professional way. These practices can help you establish yourself as a moral, ethical, and value-driven individual in the field. Furthermore, you can learn in-demand skills that will assist you in providing the best care possible. The impact of an individual can spread into the families and community of those struggling with addiction. Liberty University believes that everyone can be a Champion for Christ in any degree program, and with this career path, you will have the chance to make a real difference.
What Will You Study in Liberty’s B.S. in Psychology – Addictions and Recovery?
- Overview theory and treatment of substance abuse
- Social psychology
- Psychology and Christianity
The flexible and affordable courses provided through Liberty University allow you to study on your schedule to complete your degree. This undergraduate psychology program can help prepare you for your desired career path through courses like Treatment and Recovery of Addictions, Behavioral Modification, and Psychology of Personality. In addition, you will have the opportunity to complete an internship through this program to further prepare you for success after graduation.
Potential Careers for Psychology Graduates
- Administrator
- Advocate
- Mental health services representative
- Non-licensed counselor
- Rehabilitation counselor
- Substance abuse counselor
Highlights of Our Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online bachelor’s in addiction and recovery degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
Military Benefits for Online Students
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
600+ Online Degrees
With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
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Hear from our Graduates
“The best part of my LU experience has been my growing faith formation through my developing educational understanding, as an aspiring school administrator.”
Megan Schultz, EdD School Administration & Supervision
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Morgan Schlesselman, Master’s in Public Policy
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