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Associates in Science
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Certificates of Achievement |
Associate in Science Degree - Addiction Counseling
Catalog 2012-2013
The associate degree program in addiction counseling provides students with the academic preparation needed for employment in the addiction counseling field. Earning this degree may also facilitate the student’s transfer to a four-year college or university. Students who wish to transfer must consult with program faculty and college counselors to insure that the requirements for transfer to appropriate institutions are met. To earn an associate in science degree, students must complete each course used to meet a major requirement with a “C” grade or higher. Certain courses may satisfy both major and other DVC graduation requirements; however, the units are only counted once.
Upon completing this degree, a student may apply for any of the state recognized professional credentials offered by the following organizations: California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (CAADAC), California Association of Alcohol and Drug Educators (CAADE), and the California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources (CAARR). Each of these credentials has additional testing and/or field practicum hours required, but all of the educational coursework is completed when you finish the addiction counseling program at DVC.
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Major requirements |
Units |
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ADS 101 |
Introduction to Substance Abuse and Treatment |
3 |
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ADS 102 |
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing Skills |
3 |
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ADS 103* |
Group Process |
2 |
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ADS 151* |
Ethical and Legal Concerns for ADS Paraprofessionals |
1.5 |
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ADS 152* |
Relapse Prevention |
3 |
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ADS 154* |
Dual Disorders |
3 |
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ADS 155 |
Diverse Communities and Social Services |
3 |
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ADS 163 |
Pharmacology and Medical Aspects of Alcohol and Other Drugs |
3 |
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ADS 168* |
Group Leadership |
2 |
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ADS 170 |
Introduction to Codependency and Family Issues |
3 |
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ADS 171* |
ADS Field Work I |
5.5 |
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ADS 172* |
ADS Field Work II |
5.5 |
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Total minimum required units |
37.5 |
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*The above courses have specific prerequisites. See catalog description for details.
Associate in science degree in Addiction Counseling (Datatel code AS.ADSAC.D)
SLO#1. compare and contrast the efficacy of various assessment tools, motivational strategies, and substance abuse treatment approaches.
SLO#2. describe the importance of cultural competence and how it relates to becoming an effective addiction counselor.
SLO#3. demonstrate basic listening skills.
SLO#4. demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical issues that workers may encounter in the addiction treatment field.
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Associate in Science degree - Addiction Studies
Catalog 2012-2013
The associate degree program in addiction studies provides students with a broad general education while integrating an in-depth exploration of the skills and knowledge to work with people who have addiction problems. This degree will contribute significantly to those who want to work in occupational fields such as social services, criminal justice, youth services, education, clergy, nursing, and human resources. Earning this degree may also facilitate the student's transfer to a four-year college or university. Students who wish to transfer must consult with program faculty and college counselors to insure that the requirements for transfer to appropriate institutions are met. Certain courses may satisfy both major and other graduation requirements; however, the units are only counted once. To earn an associate in science degree, students must complete each course used to meet a major requirement with a "C" grade or higher.
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Major requirements |
Units |
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ADS 101 |
Introduction to Substance Abuse and Treatment |
3 |
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ADS 102 |
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing Skills |
3 |
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ADS 152* |
Relapse Prevention |
3 |
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ADS 154* |
Dual Disorders |
3 |
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ADS 155 |
Diverse Communities and Social Services |
3 |
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ADS 163 |
Pharmacology and Medical Aspects of Alcohol and Other Drugs |
3 |
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ADS 170 |
Introduction to Codependency and Family Issues |
3 |
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Total minimum required units |
21 |
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*The above courses have specific prerequisites. See catalog description for details.
Associate in science degree in Addiction Studies (Datatel code AS.ADSAS.D)
SLO#1. compare and contrast the prevalence, impact, and cost of substance use, abuse, and dependence to the individual and society.
SLO#2. demonstrate an understanding of the general terminology related to addiction and recovery.
SLO#3. analyze common family patterns of behavior and the influence addiction has within the family system.
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Certificate of Achievement - Addiction Counseling
Catalog 2012-2013
The addiction counseling certificate provides students with the academic preparation needed for employment in the addiction counseling field. Upon completing this certificate, a student may apply for any of the state recognized professional credentials offered by the following organizations: California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (CAADAC), California Association of Alcohol and Drug Educators (CAADE), and the California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources (CAARR). Each of these certificates had additional testing and/or field practicum hours required, but all of the educational coursework is completed when you finish the addiction counseling certificate at DVC.
To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a "C" grade or higher. Required courses are primarily available in the evening and late afternoon. Although students may start during any term and progress at their own pace, completion of the certificate will take approximately four terms.
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Required courses |
Units |
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ADS 101 |
Introduction to Substance Abuse and Treatment |
3 |
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ADS 102 |
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing Skills |
3 |
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ADS 103* |
Group Process |
2 |
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ADS 151* |
Ethical and Legal Concerns for ADS Paraprofessionals |
1.5 |
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ADS 152* |
Relapse Prevention |
3 |
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ADS 154* |
Dual Disorders |
3 |
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ADS 155 |
Diverse Communities and Social Services |
3 |
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ADS 163 |
Pharmacology and Medical Aspects of Alcohol and Other Drugs |
3 |
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ADS 168* |
Group Leadership |
2 |
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ADS 170 |
Introduction to Codependency and Family Issues |
3 |
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ADS 171* |
ADS Field Work I |
5.5 |
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ADS 172* |
ADS Field Work II |
5.5 |
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Total minimum required units |
37.5 |
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*The above courses have specific prerequisites. See catalog description for details.
Certificate of achievement in Addiction Counseling (Datatel code CA.ADSAC.D)
SLO#1. compare and contrast the efficacy of various assessment tools, motivational strategies, and substance abuse treatment approaches.
SLO#2. describe the importance of cultural competence and how it relates to becoming an effective addiction counselor.
SLO#3. demonstrate basic listening skills.
SLO#4. demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical issues that workers may encounter in the addiction treatment field.
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Certificate of Achievement - Addiction Studies
Catalog 2012-2013
The addiction studies certificate is for students who want a specialized focus in addiction, treatment and recovery but are not preparing to become an addiction counselor. This certificate may be useful for teachers, human services personnel, or community service personnel who want to have a deeper understanding of the addiction process.
Important note: Once this certificate is completed, if you choose to continue in the addiction studies program, you may apply these units towards the more in-depth addiction counseling certificate. When a student has enough units to earn either certificate, they need to fill out an "application for a certificate" form during the term in which they will complete the units. This form must be picked up and turned in to the Admissions and Records Office. If the form is not filled out, a student will not receive the certificate from the college even if they have completed all the units.
To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a "C" grade or higher. Required courses are primarily available in the evening and late afternoon. Although students may start during any term and progress at their own pace, completion of the certificate requirements will take a minimum of two terms.
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Required courses |
Units |
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ADS 101 |
Introduction to Substance Abuse and Treatment |
3 |
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ADS 102 |
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing Skills |
3 |
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ADS 152* |
Relapse Prevention |
3 |
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ADS 154* |
Dual Disorders |
3 |
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ADS 155 |
Diverse Communities and Social Services |
3 |
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ADS 163 |
Pharmacology and Medical Aspects of Alcohol and Other Drugs |
3 |
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ADS 170 |
Introduction to Codependency and Family Issues |
3 |
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Total minimum required units |
21 |
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*The above courses have specific prerequisites. See catalog description for details.
Certificate of achievement in Addiction Studies (Datatel code CA.ADSAS.D)
SLO#1. compare and contrast the prevalence, impact, and cost of substance use, abuse, and dependence to the individual and society.
SLO#2. demonstrate an understanding of the general terminology related to addiction and recovery.
SLO#3. analyze common family patterns of behavior and the influence addiction has within the family system.
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SLOs updated May 22, 2013 9:45:12 AM
