Chemical Dependency

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Associate in Applied Science in Chemical Dependency

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Chemical Dependency Program will prepare individuals with the skills necessary to become a chemical dependency professional, as well as provide continuing education to current chemical dependency professionals. Courses in the program focus on theories and techniques, ethics, communication skills, interviewing and documentation, and recovery and relapse. Courses also focus on advanced theories and techniques, family dynamics and relationships, and multicultural and diverse populations. The program includes a Certificate of Completion in Chemical Dependency Level I, a Certificate of Completion in Chemical Dependency Level II, and an Associate in Applied Science in Chemical Dependency. In addition, a Certificate of Completion in Professional Addictions Counseling is also available.

Required Courses: 39
Certificate of Completion in Chemical Dependency Level II 39
General Education Requirements: 25

General Education Core: 15
First-Year Composition 6
ENG101* First-Year Composition (3) AND  
ENG102* First-Year Composition (3)  
Oral Communication 3
Any approved general education course in the Oral Communication area.
Mathematics 3
MAT102* Mathematical Concepts/Applications (3) OR
Equivalent as indicated by assessment		  
Critical Reading 3
CRE101* Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) OR
Equivalent as indicated by assessment		  
General Education Distribution: 10
Humanities and Fine Arts 3
Any approved general education course in the Humanities and Fine Arts area.  
Natural Sciences 4
Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences area.  
Social and Behavioral Sciences 3
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology (3) OR  
PSY270* Personal and Social Adjustment (3)  

NOTE: *Indicates course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite.
Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for all courses required within the program.
Minimum GPA: 2.00


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