The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions program is designed to prepare individuals with the skills necessary to become a substance misuse or addiction prevention specialist, as well as provide continuing education to current professionals. Courses in this Certificate of Completion focus on the skills and disciplinary knowledge necessary for the supervision and implementation of prevention strategies and policies in diverse settings. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Addictions and Substance Use Disorders is also available.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course in the program.
Licensing Disclosures
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions is designed to meet the academic requirements of the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium domains for the IC&RC Prevention Specialist Examination. The State of Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners does not certify or license Prevention Specialists in Arizona.
For students seeking certification or licensure in a state other than Arizona, you may need to fulfill additional coursework or training requirements prior to applying for your certification or licensure, and additional requirements including but not limited to: obtaining a fingerprint clearance card, passing licensure or certification exams, completing supervised work experience in the practice of substance abuse counseling, and/or a supervised practicum.
Students in Louisiana, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Wyoming should not enroll in the Certification of Completion (CCL) in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions program at Rio Salado College because Rio Salado College does not have state approval in those states.
A listing of specific contacts for the Certification of Completion (CCL) in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions initial licensure or certification Boards can be found at
Rio Salado College has also provided information on Voluntary Boards, which are not governmental agencies, that also provide voluntary credentials.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 12 | |
| ASD148 | Introduction to the Science of Prevention | 1 |
| ASD149 | Physiology and Pharmacology for Prevention | 1 |
| ASD151 | Prevention Interventions and Policies | 1 |
| ASD152 | Family-Based Prevention Interventions | 1 |
| ASD153 | School-Based Prevention Interventions | 1 |
| ASD154 | Workplace-Based Prevention Interventions | 1 |
| ASD155 | Environment-Based Prevention Interventions | 1 |
| ASD156 | Media-Based Prevention Interventions | 1 |
| ASD157 | Community-Based Prevention Implementation Systems | 1 |
| ASD158 | Gambling Disorders Prevention | 1 |
| ASD159 | Adolescent Substance Use Prevention | 1 |
| ASD160 | Behavioral Addictions Prevention | 1 |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 4 | |
| ASD285++ | Any ASD Addictions and Substance Use Disorders seminar courses (1) | 4 |
- Measure the effectiveness of prevention interventions in order to improve outcomes. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD151, ASD152, ASD153, ASD154, ASD155, ASD156, ASD157, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160)
- Select appropriate research-based prevention interventions for diverse populations and environments. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD151, ASD152, ASD153, ASD154, ASD155, ASD156, ASD157, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160, ASD285++)
- Identify appropriate evidence-based interventions at the community and policy level. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD151, ASD152, ASD153, ASD154, ASD155, ASD156, ASD157, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160, ASD285++)
- Evaluate appropriate media prevention efforts for diverse populations. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD151, ASD152, ASD153, ASD154, ASD155, ASD156, ASD157, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160, ASD285++)
- Explain the science behind community-based prevention strategies. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD151, ASD152, ASD153, ASD154, ASD155, ASD156, ASD157, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160, ASD285++)
- Evaluate evidence-based prevention intervention strategies and applications using a scientific approach. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160, ASD285++)
- Analyze the physiology and pharmacology of psychoactive substances and their effects. (ASD148, ASD149, ASD159)
- Analyze the impact of diverse environments such as families, schools, and workplaces on the prevention of substance misuse or addiction. (ASD148, ASD152, ASD153, ASD154, ASD155, ASD156, ASD157, ASD158, ASD159, ASD160, ASD285++)
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
