Alcoholism/Substance Abuse Counseling - Middlesex Community College - Bedford

Alcoholism/Substance Abuse Counseling from Middlesex Community College - Bedford is a Campus Certificate Counseling degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Description: The Alcoholism/Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate program provides the classroom hours and fieldwork required to be eligible for Massachusetts certification as a substance abuse counselor. Program graduates are prepared to take the required certification and state licensing examinations. Students are provided an in-depth knowledge of alcohol/addictions treatment programs and current treatment modalities. Students must take two field placement courses, totaling 300 hours, in an alcohol/addictions treatment facility. This experience allows students to work on the core functions of substance abuse counseling: assessment, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, client education and documentation. The program is completed through a one-year, three-semester curriculum, requiring 29 credits. Career and Transfer Outlook: Certification as a substance abuse counselor enhances employment prospects in a wide range of human service and human resource careers. Human service professionals who hold a bachelor's degree or advanced degrees may enter the certificate program to obtain state certification or to expand career opportunities. All courses in this program may be applied to the Human Services associate degree. Program Outcomes: Graduates of the Alcohol/Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate program are prepared to: Describe the resources and required eligibility of the current treatment options of the substance-abuse treatment system; Demonstrate effective communications skills, including group and individual counseling skills, oral and written communications, and computer research proficiency; Identify and practice ethical standards as set forth by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and National Certification Boards; Demonstrate an understanding of the major factors of multicultural diversity and the importance of pluralism in our society; Acquire and demonstrate an understanding of relevant theory and research as it applies to clinical practice and service delivery. View more details on Middlesex Community College - Bedford, MA . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Counseling courses.