Addiction Counselor Education - Clark College

Addiction Counselor Education from Clark College is a Campus Associate Counseling degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Addiction Counselors work with families and individuals of all ages who are experiencing problems with addictive behaviors. Counselors may work as members of treatment teams in inpatient or outpatient settings, or with schools or in businesses. They provide group, individual, and couples therapy as well as assessments and interventions. Addiction Counselors also work as liaisons for their clients to judicial systems, schools, state services, and communities. Counselors may serve as educators in their communities, acquainting members of the communities with treatment options and prevention strategies for the community. Counselors may also refer clients to different support services such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services and employment services. At times, they may have to prepare documents for presentation in court and accompany the client to legal proceedings. Students must complete all specifically listed courses and Major Area Requirements with a minimum grade of ?C? or better in order to successfully complete the program. Addiction Counselor Education (Associate in Arts Degree) Students who earn Clark College's Associate in Arts degree qualify to transfer to most Washington colleges and universities with junior standing. Lower division course requirements will vary depending on the transfer institution. Contact an advisor at the transfer institution to determine required coursework as soon as possible. View more details on Clark College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Counseling courses.