Planner for Addiction Counseling (A.A.S.)
Title of Major: Addiction Counseling, A.A.S.
Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.
Code: AAS.HUS.ADD-CNSL
Total Credit Hours: 60
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Purpose: Prepares students for careers in addiction counseling and enhances knowledge and skills of those already working in the field. Skills include individual, family and group counseling techniques, as well as assessment, treatment planning, prevention, and other topics related to addiction. Coursework includes 200 hours of clinical fieldwork. The degree provides the necessary academic coursework to attain certification as a certified supervised counselor-alcohol and drug (CSC-AD) by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors. Students should contact the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors for all licensure and certification requirements at 410-764-4732 or https://health.maryland.gov for requirements.
AACC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state’s licensing board to determine whether the AACC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, or if you need additional information regarding professional licensure, please contact the School of Health Sciences at 410-777-7310.
Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory/): Nicole Williams
Additional Program Requirements
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all human services courses. 200 hours of unpaid clinical fieldwork in a community addiction agency is required in order to complete the program.
Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.
Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________
Term 1
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| ENG 111-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 OR ENG 115-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 for Non-Native Speakers OR ENG 121-Composition and Literature Successful completion of ENG 121 fully satisfies the English composition general education requirement. |
3 credit hours | ||
Mathematics GER  |
3-4 credit hours | ||
HUS 101-Human Service and Addiction Counseling Ethics in Practice  |
3 credit hours | ||
|
Health/Fitness/Wellness GER |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 141-Group Dynamics | 3 credit hours |
Term 2
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| ENG 112-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 OR ENG 116-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 for Non-Native Speakers OR Elective (must have 60 credits to graduate)  |
0-3 credit hours | ||
Arts & Humanities GER  |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 114-Counseling, Assessment and Case Management | 3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 115-Fieldwork: Counseling, Assessment and Case Management |
3 credit hours | ||
| PSY 111-Introduction to Psychology | 3 credit hours |
Term 3
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| BIO 101-Fundamentals of Biology OR BIO 230-Structure and Function of the Human Body |
4 credit hours | ||
| HUS 102-Physiological Aspects of Chemical Dependence | 3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 140-Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling: Co-occurring Disorders | 3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 216-Theories of Counseling |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 217-Fieldwork: Theories of Counseling | 3 credit hours |
Term 4
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| Computer Technology GER CTA 100-Computing and Information Technology OR CTP 103-Theories and Applications of Digital Technology |
4 credit hours | ||
|
Program Elective |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 130-Introduction to Family Counseling | 3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 200-Addiction Treatment Delivery | 3 credit hours | ||
| PSY 214-Abnormal Psychology This course meets a General Education Requirement while simultaneously meeting a Program Requirement for this degree. This course is required for Fast Track students. |
3 credit hours |
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