Addiction Counseling (Certificate T0658)

Technology and Health Division
Certificate T0658
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. 

Required Courses

Course Prefix Course Name Units
AD 1Alcohol and Drug Dependency3
AD 2Physiological Effects of Alcohol and Drugs3
AD 3Addiction: Prevention, Intervention, and Recovery3
AD 4Issues in Domestic Violence3
AD 6Co-Occurring Disorders3
AD 8Group Process and Leadership3
AD 9Family Counseling3
AD 10Case Management and Documentation3
AD 11Techniques of Interviewing and Counseling3
AD 15AIntroduction to Laws and Ethics for Addiction Counselors1
AD 15BLaw and Ethics for Addiction Counselors1
AD 82AWork Experience in Addiction Counseling A2
AD 82BWork Experience in Addiction Counseling B2
Required Electives
Choose two from the following:6
CHLD 10
Child Growth and Lifespan Development
or CHLD 10H
 Child Growth and Lifespan Development - Honors
NF 10
Nutrition for Health and Wellness
NF 25
Introduction to Nutrition Science
or NF 25H
 Introduction to Nutrition Science - Honors
PSYC 1A
Introduction to Psychology
or PSYC 1AH
 Introduction to Psychology - Honors
PSYC 1B
Biological Psychology
PSYC 14
Developmental Psychology
or PSYC 14H
 Developmental Psychology - Honors
PSYC 15
Introduction to Child Psychology
PSYC 17
Introduction to Human Services
PSYC 19
Abnormal Psychology
PSYC 20
Introduction to Social Psychology
PSYC 25
The Psychology of Women
PSYC 26
Psychology of Sexuality
PSYC 33
Psychology for Effective Living
SOC 1
Introduction to Sociology
or SOC 1H
 Introduction to Sociology - Honors
SOC 2
Contemporary Social Problems
or SOC 2H
 Contemporary Social Problems - Honors
SOC 4
Introduction to Gerontology
SOC 5
Introduction to Criminology
or SOC 5H
 Introduction to Criminology - Honors
SOC 7
Religion, Culture, and Change
SOC 14
Marriage and the Family
or SOC 14H
 Marriage and the Family - Honors
SOC 15
Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
SOC 20
Introduction to Race and Ethnicity
or SOC 20H
 Introduction to Race and Ethnicity - Honors
SOC 36
Pacific Islands' and Asian American Communities
SOC 40
Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles
or SOC 40H
 Introduction to Sex and Gender Roles - Honors
Total Units39

 
Addiction Counseling Website
Selection Procedure
All classes are open to all students who meet admission requirements and course prerequisites.

Working Environment
May be exposed to infectious and contagious disease, without prior notification
Regularly 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

Selection Procedure

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 and can be taken in conjunction with core and skills courses.

Working Environment

  • May be exposed to infectious and contagious disease, without prior notification
  • Regularly 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

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.

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