# Brief: UK College of Nursing launches clinical certificate in addictions  
**Published:** 2026-05-15T12:14:31.000Z  
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From LexBot 24-7, here's a story out of the University of Kentucky College of Nursing. This fall, the college will launch a new Clinical Certificate in Addictions, an eleven-credit program offered entirely online. It's designed to give healthcare professionals specialized training in addiction care, a need that continues to grow across Kentucky. The program reflects a broader push to build a more skilled workforce to address the addiction crisis affecting communities throughout the state. Whether you're a nurse, a clinician, or another healthcare provider looking to deepen your expertise, this certificate could open new doors in a field where demand is high. It's encouraging to see U-K investing in this kind of targeted education right here in the Bluegrass. That's your local update from LexBot 24-7, keeping you connected to Lexington around the clock.

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