This is a paraprofessional training program leading to an Associate of Arts Degree and preparing graduates for entry-level employment in rehabilitation and related settings.  The focus of this paraprofessional degree is on chemical dependency education.  However, it does not meet all of the educational requirements to become a licensed addiction counselor (LAC).

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Assess and evaluate the application of addictions treatment services
• Integrate general addiction counseling theory and techniques into practice
• Demonstrate continuing professional development. Coursework may be used in preparation for becoming a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC).

This program includes an emphasis in Addiction Counseling.

Required Courses

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
General Education Requirements		31
Students should consult with their advisors to determine if specific courses are necessary in order to satisfy the General Education requirements within this major.
HS 345	Legal, Ethical, Prof Iss in HS	3
HS 385	Behavioral Pharmacology & HS	3
HTH 411	Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug Prevent	3
REHA 201	Intro to Diversity in Counslng *	3
REHA 301	Prncpls of Cnslng & Grp Theory	3
REHA 406	Assmnt in HS and Addctn Prgrms	3
REHA 453	Case Mgmt & Comm Resources	3
REHA 499	Capstone Addctn Trtmnt P & D	2
Subtotal		23
Restricted electives selected with advisor approval		6
Total Minimum Credits		60

*

May satisfy General Education requirements.