Associate in Arts Degree: Addiction Studies

This Associate Degree will prepare students for an entry-level position in the addiction treatment and recovery field. Completing the coursework for this program will prepare students for certification as a Certified Addition Treatment Counselor (CATC). Students interested in state-level certification will need to pass a state examination. The program’s coursework can also assist career advancement for those already employed in occupations related to addition counseling and treatments. Students will also learn the skills and knowledge necessary to transfer to upper division programs in social work, psychology, or human services. There are no fees for the courses associated with this program. Affiliated costs include the state certification exam, approximately $100 and registration with agencies approximately $75.

The department expects 5-7 students complete with this program each year.

1. Develop a psychosocial treatment plan for a client.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of key theories and approaches underlying human services intervention and prevention models for diverse populations with drug use disorders.

This Associate Degree will prepare students for an entry-level position in the field of addiction treatment and recovery. Students demonstrate knowledge of key theories and approaches underlying human services intervention and prevention models for population with drug use disorders, providing resources for treatment, social services, and helplines for intervention, prevention and treatment, understand how culture impacts treatment and recovery, learning advocacy against the stigma surrounding drugs and society. There are no fees for the courses associated with this program. Affiliated costs include the state certification exam, approximately $100 and registration with agencies approximately $75.

The department within which the program will reside it Social Sciences. The department does not need a new faculty. There is no need for new facilities. The program aligns with LBCC’s Strategic Plan in that it strives to prepare students for meaningful careers with relevant and professional skills. The modified version of the program will streamline completions and better prepare students for the certification. This modification is also critical to maintaining accrediting California Association of Alcohol and Drug Educators. 

This program serves the community by creating a pathway to academic and technical opportunities. Addiction filed has impacted the community and many of the participants can make great changes in their lives by attending this program and changing their life experiences to professional and evidence-based practices. 

Once students enter the Fieldwork portion of the program, students can enter internships with community partners in the region. These partnerships include Fred Brown Recovery Center, Tarzana Treatment Center, and Changing Spirits of Long Beach. There are currently 50 internship partnerships with behavioral sciences centers in the region. This is an increase from 3 agencies in 2015.

Requirements	Course No.	Course Description	Units	Sequence	Materials Fee
	HS 41	Introduction to Chemical Depend	3	Yr1, Fall	$0.00
	HS 43	Case Management: Treatment & Aftercare	3	Yr1, Spring	$0.00
	HS 48	Group & Family Process	3	Yr1, Spring	$0.00
	HS 50	Law and Ethics	3	Yr 1, Fall	$0.00
	HS 252	Co Occurring Disorders	3	Yr 1, Spring	$0.00
	HS 45	Stress Management for Case Managers	3	Yr 2, Fall	$0.00
	HS 46	Physiology & Pharmacology of Drugs	3	Yr 2, Fall	$0.00
	HS 47	Intervention & Recovery	3	Yr2, Spring	$0.00
	HS 207	Development of Helping/Listening Skills	3	Yr 2, Fall	$0.00
	HS 72A	Fieldwork – Human Services (A)	3.5	Yr 2, Fall	$0.00
	HS 72B	Fieldwork – Human Services (B)	3.5	Yr2, Spring	$0.00
	PSYCH 1	Introduction to Psychology	3	Yr1, Fall	$0.00
	PSYCH 14	Abnormal Psychology	3	Yr2, Spring	$0.00
		Total	40		$0.00

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