Addiction Treatment Counseling & Mental Health Studies - Associate in Arts
Plan Code: 1811
This program 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 Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC). The Program is accredited by the California Alcohol and Drug Education (CAADE). 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 addiction counseling and treatments. Students may also learn the skills and knowledge necessary to transfer to upper division programs in social work, psychology, or human services.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Develop a psychosocial treatment plan for a client.
- Synthesize the theories and principles of drug and alcohol clinical evaluation, treatment planning, referral, service coordination, counseling, documentation, and professional/ethical responsibilities.
Program Requirements
This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| ATCMHS 41 | Introduction to Chemical Dependency | 3 |
| ATCMHS 43 | Trauma Focused Counseling, Intervention & Case Management | 3 |
| ATCMHS 46 | Physiology & Pharmacology of Drugs | 3 |
| ATCMHS 47 | Intervention, Treatment & Recovery | 3 |
| ATCMHS 48 | Group Counseling and Leadership | 3 |
| ATCMHS 50 | Law and Ethics | 3 |
| ATCMHS 72A | Fieldwork - Seminar I | 3.5 |
| ATCMHS 72B | Fieldwork - Seminar II | 3.5 |
| ATCMHS 153 | Multicultural and Diverse Populations | 3 |
| ATCMHS 162 | Addiction Counseling Skills | 3 |
| ATCMHS 252 | Co-Occurring Disorders | 3 |
| PSYC C1000/C1000H | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Required Subtotal | 37 | |
| Complete one of the following: 1 | 27-34 | |
LBCC-GE | ||
Cal-GETC | ||
| Electives (as needed to reach 60 degree-applicable units) 2 | ||
| Minimum Degree Total | 60 | |
- 1
Units for the major may be double-counted for LBCC-GE or Cal-GETC; see counselor for limitations.
- 2
Elective units from course(s) numbered 1-599, if needed, to reach 60 degree-applicable units.
Successful Human Services, Addiction Studies program completion requires that students understand and abide by the state requirements in holding and updating valid clinical credentials and certificates while seeing clients.