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Addiction Counseling (A.A.S.)

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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: A minimum of 60

Learn more about the Addiction Counseling Degree Program

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/bopc/ 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.

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.

Range of Occupations

Addiction counselor

Entrance/Admission Requirements

Criminal Background Checks and Drug Screening

This program requires the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and possible drug screening. For complete details, see the Health Sciences section of this catalog.

Graduation Requirements

See Academic Regulations for college-wide Graduation Requirements .

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General Education Requirements: 23-27 credits

An approved list of general education courses can be found in the General Education Requirements and degree program required courses section of the catalog. Choose general education courses from the following topics:

English: 3-6 credits

ENG 111-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 3 credit hours AND
ENG 112-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 3 credit hours
OR
ENG 115-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 for Non-Native Speakers 3 credit hours AND
ENG 116-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 for Non-Native Speakers 3 credit hours
OR
ENG 121-Composition and Literature 3 credit hours
Successful completion of ENG 121 fully satisfies the college English composition general education requirements. Students who take ENG 121 and not ENG 111 -ENG 112 may need to take an additional elective course to ensure that they complete a minimum of 60 credits which are required for the award of an associate degree*.

Mathematics: 3-4 credits

Must choose a general education math course. See General Education Mathematics Requirements for a list of approved courses.

Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits

PSY 111-Introduction to Psychology 3 credit hours

Program Requirements: 33-37 credits

PSY 214-Abnormal Psychology 3 credit hours
This course meets a General Education Requirement while simultaneously meeting a Program Requirement for this degree. This course is required for Fast Track students.
HUS 101-Human Service and Addiction Counseling Ethics in Practice 3 credit hours
HUS 102-Physiological Aspects of Chemical Dependence 3 credit hours
HUS 114-Counseling, Assessment and Case Management 3
HUS 115-Fieldwork: Counseling, Assessment and Case Management 3 credit hours
HUS 130-Introduction to Family Counseling 3 credit hours
HUS 140-Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling: Co-occurring Disorders 3 credit hours
HUS 141-Group Dynamics 3 credit hours
HUS 200-Addiction Treatment Delivery 3 credit hours
HUS 216-Theories of Counseling 3 credit hours
HUS 217-Fieldwork: Theories of Counseling 3 credit hours
Electives 0-4 credit hours

*for those who complete ENG 121 .

Recommend: HUS 211 , HUS 228 /CJS 228 , CJS 229 , CJS 231 , SOC 132

Computer Competency Requirement

Satisfied by CTA 100 or CTP 103 .

Diversity Requirement

Satisfied by HUS 101 requirement.

Fast Track

This program has a Fast Track Option for those holding a college degree.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Have knowledge of a variety of models and theories of addiction.
Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive substances on the person using and significant others.
Describe the philosophies, practice, and policies of models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention, and continuing care for addiction and co-occurring disorders.
Recognize the importance of family, social networks, and community systems in the treatment process.
Identify established diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders, and describe treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care.
Understand diverse cultures, and incorporate the relevant needs of culturally diverse groups, as well as people with disabilities, into clinical practice.
Outline the addiction professional’s obligations to adhere to legal, ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship.
Use screening instruments to gather initial data about substance use and co-occurring disorders from the client.
Select and use a comprehensive assessment process that is sensitive to age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, and disabilities.
Develop treatment plans.
Have knowledge of community resources and will make appropriate referrals.
Demonstrate case management and service coordination as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
Have knowledge of individual therapeutic modalities that facilitate behavioral change.
Understand group counseling modalities for substance use disorders.
Demonstrate knowledge of accepted principles of client record management.

This program aligns with all the college’s core competencies.

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