Addiction Studies - Merced College

Addiction Studies from Merced College is a Campus Associate Counseling degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Description The Addiction Studies Program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to begin the certification process for and work in California drug treatment settings. It also provides opportunities for general knowledge about addiction and addiction treatment. The program leads to an Associate?s Degree in Addictions Studies or a Certificate of Achievement. Career Opportunities With sufficient hours of clinical practice and successful completion of the CATC examination entry level employment as a certified addiction counselor in addiction treatment practice in the public and private sector may be available. The Associate in Arts Degree in Addiction Studies, which is fully accredited by the California Association for Alcohol and Drug Educators (CAADE), is available for students who meet the graduation requirements and complete the following required courses with a 2.0 GPA or higher in each class. Program Student Learning Outcomes A. Distinguish among a variety of models and theories of addiction. B. Recognize the social, political, economic, and cultural context within which addition and substance abuse exist, including risk and resiliency factors that characterize individuals and groups and their living environments. C. Distinguish among the confounding factors/symptoms of the co-occurring disorder/dual diagnosis client. D. Compare the philosophies, practices, policies, and outcomes of the most generally accepted and scientifically supported models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention, and continuing care for addition and other substance-related problems. E. Differentiate between the established diagnostic criteria for substances use disorders and describe treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care. F. Examine the diverse cultures and incorporate the relevant needs of culturally diverse groups, as well as people with disabilities, into clinical practice. G. Understanding the obligation of the addiction professional to participate in prevention as well as treatment. View more details on Merced College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Counseling courses.