Substance Abuse Counseling, Certificate

The Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling prepares students for job preparation in entry level positions in alcohol and drug counseling and the curriculum is a pathway to the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Substance Abuse Counseling. The course work is designed to meet the educational requirements of the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists of Alcohol and Drug Trainee.

Program Outcomes:

1. Identify major theories and techniques commonly used in the field of addictions counseling.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in basic counseling skills such as therapeutic approaches and techniques used with individuals, groups, families, and communities in addictions treatment.
3. Apply strong written and oral communication skills in a professional environment in order to clearly communicate with clients, families, and colleagues and to maintain required records and documents.
4. Choose and practice appropriate professional behaviors according to ethical codes and legal standards of professional organizations such as, NAADAD, ACA, and NASW.
5. Examine the neurophysiological role of substances on the brain and body and the effects on behavior

• View the Substance Abuse Fact Sheet for faculty contact information and additional program information.

Program Pathway

First Year Fall

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
PSY-101	General Psychology	3 credits
HST-103	Introduction to Human Services and Social Work	3 credits
Total Credit Hours:		6

First Year Spring

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
CDC-203	Ethics in Counseling	3 credits
-
HST-207	Social Work with Individuals	3 credits
-	Or
HST-208	Social Work with Groups	3 credits
-
PSY-204	Developmental Psychology: Lifespan Human Development	3 credits
PSY-206	Abnormal Psychology	3 credits
Total Credit Hours:		12

Second Year Fall

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
CDC-220	Addictions Treatment Delivery	3 credits
Total Credit Hours:		3

Second Year Spring

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
CDC-210	Medical Aspects of Chemical Dependency	3 credits
Total Credit Hours:		3

Program Requirements (24 Credits)

Requirements List

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
CDC-203	Ethics in Counseling	3 credits
CDC-210	Medical Aspects of Chemical Dependency	3 credits
CDC-220	Addictions Treatment Delivery	3 credits
HST-103	Introduction to Human Services and Social Work	3 credits
-
HST-207	Social Work with Individuals	3 credits
-	Or
HST-208	Social Work with Groups	3 credits
-
PSY-101	General Psychology	3 credits
PSY-204	Developmental Psychology: Lifespan Human Development	3 credits
PSY-206	Abnormal Psychology	3 credits

Certificate Requirement (24 Credits)

Note:

Students who have been convicted of certain crimes may be precluded from employment in this field. Please discuss concerns with the program coordinator.