Career Studies Certificates
Degree
Career Studies Certificate in Substance Abuse
Length
This career studies certificate is a two semester certificate.
Purpose
This certificate prepares for employment that would provide treatment and support to those struggling with addiction.
Occupational Objectives
Graduates of this program will be qualified for positions designed to assist substance abuse counselors. The employment opportunities are vast and expected to grow as the elderly population grows and the needs of impaired populations continue to increase. Explore options in fields such as social work, counseling, mental health care and more. Graduates with experience in this field become:
- drug and alcohol rehabilitation technicians
- nursing home aides
- community development assistants
- counseling or social service assistants
- childcare workers
- eligibility interviewers for government programs
- mental health counselors
- human service assistants
- substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors
- teacher assistants
- case management aides
- adult daycare workers
Requirements
Admission to the Career Studies Certificate program is based upon the general requirements for admission to the college.
First Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| HMS 220 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HMS 251 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| SDV 100 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 7 | 0 | 7 | ||
Second Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HMS 252 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HMS 260 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| PSY 215 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 9 | 0 | 9 | ||
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