Addiction Counseling (AS Degree S0657)
Technology and Health Division
Degree S0657
In this program the student integrates theory and practical experience in developing skills necessary to work with persons with addiction disorders, their families, and employers. The curriculum is designed to meet the credentialing requirements of the California Association of Alcohol/Drug Educators and the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals. Students who complete this option qualify for employment in a variety of addiction treatment settings.
This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
Required Courses
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AD 1 | Alcohol and Drug Dependency | 3 |
| AD 2 | Physiological Effects of Alcohol and Drugs | 3 |
| AD 3 | Addiction: Prevention, Intervention, and Recovery | 3 |
| AD 4 | Issues in Domestic Violence | 3 |
| AD 6 | Co-Occurring Disorders | 3 |
| AD 8 | Group Process and Leadership | 3 |
| AD 9 | Family Counseling | 3 |
| AD 10 | Case Management and Documentation | 3 |
| AD 11 | Techniques of Interviewing and Counseling | 3 |
| AD 15A | Introduction to Laws and Ethics for Addiction Counselors | 1 |
| AD 15B | Law and Ethics for Addiction Counselors | 1 |
| AD 82A | Work Experience in Addiction Counseling A | 2 |
| AD 82B | Work Experience in Addiction Counseling B | 2 |
| Required Electives | ||
| Choose two courses from the following list | 6 | |
| Child Growth and Lifespan Development | ||
or CHLD 10H | Child Growth and Lifespan Development - Honors | |
| Nutrition for Health and Wellness | ||
| Introduction to Nutrition Science | ||
or NF 25H | Introduction to Nutrition Science - Honors | |
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
or PSYC 1AH | Introduction to Psychology - Honors | |
| Biological Psychology | ||
| Developmental Psychology | ||
or PSYC 14H | Developmental Psychology - Honors | |
| Introduction to Child Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Human Services | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Social Psychology | ||
| The Psychology of Women | ||
| Psychology of Sexuality | ||
| Psychology for Effective Living | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
or SOC 1H | Introduction to Sociology - Honors | |
| Contemporary Social Problems | ||
or SOC 2H | Contemporary Social Problems - Honors | |
| Introduction to Gerontology | ||
| Introduction to Criminology | ||
or SOC 5H | Introduction to Criminology - Honors | |
| Religion, Culture, and Change | ||
| Marriage and the Family | ||
or SOC 14H | Marriage and the Family - Honors | |
| Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence | ||
| Introduction to Race and Ethnicity | ||
or SOC 20H | Introduction to Race and Ethnicity - Honors | |
| Pacific Islands' and Asian American Communities | ||
| Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles | ||
or SOC 40H | Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles - Honors | |
| Total Units | 39 | |
Guided Pathways of Study Suggested Course Sequence
Eligibility Requirements
- File a College application and be accepted as a student at Mt. San Antonio College.
Selection Procedures
- All classes are open to all students who meet admission requirements and course prerequisites.
a) Restricted Electives can be taken in conjunction with core and skills courses
b) Refer to Schedule of Credit Classes for sequence of courses
c) For questions, call the division office at (909) 594-5611, ext.4750
Working environment:
May be exposed to infectious and contagious disease, without prior notification
May be exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases
Exposed to hazardous agents, body fluids and wastes
Exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens
Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases
Subject to burns and cuts
Contact with patients having different religious, culture, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, psychological and physical disabilities, and under a wide variety of circumstances
Handle emergency or crisis situations
Subject to many interruptions
Requires decisions/actions related to end of life issues
Exposed to products containing latex
Exposure to a highly charged emotional environment which can be stressful intense
Eligibility Requirements
- File a College application and be accepted as a student at Mt. San Antonio College.
Selection Procedures
- All classes are open to all students who meet admission requirements and course prerequisites.
Special Instructions
- Restricted Electives must be taken prior to enrollment in Field Experience
- Restricted Electives can be taken in conjunction with core and skills courses
- Refer to Schedule of Credit Classes for sequence of courses
- For questions, call the division office at (909) 274-7500, ext.4750
Working Environment
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious disease, without prior notification
- May be exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases
- Exposed to hazardous agents, body fluids and wastes
- Exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens
- Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases
- Subject to burns and cuts
- Contact with patients having different religious, culture, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, psychological and physical disabilities, and under a wide variety of circumstances
- Handle emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to many interruptions
- Requires decisions/actions related to end of life issues
- Exposed to products containing latex
- Exposed to highly charged emotional environment which can be stressful intense
English Language Skills
Although proficiency in English is not a criterion for admission, students are encouraged to be able to speak, write and read English to complete classes successfully and to ensure safety for themselves and others.
The Alcohol and Drug Counseling program is accredited by the California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators and the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals.
Contact:
California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators
5230 Clark Avenue, Suite 3
Lakewood, CA 90712
(707) 722-2331
www.caade.org
California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals
5861 Cherry Avenue, Suite 301
Long Beach, CA 90805
https://ccapp.us/
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Be technically competent to safely practice as an entry-level alcohol & drug counselor.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ethical & legal requirements for alcohol & drug counselors.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and achieve entry-level professional goals.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and achieve entry-level professional goals.
- Demonstrate competency in basic counseling skills commensurate with an entry level practitioner in the addictions counseling field.
- Demonstrate the ability to assess, intervene, and refer clients with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorder to appropriate resources.
- Students completing the certificate/associates degree program will demonstrate the ability to prepare and develop professional treatment plans and other clinical documentation.
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.
