Substance Abuse
Counseling Program
Overview
Substance Abuse Counseling Program
100% Online
Upon graduation, the student is awarded an Associate of Science degree in Substance Abuse Counseling
The program is designed to prepare the student to help individuals with job readiness knowledge, skills and attitudes required to be successful in the helping professions; acquire paraprofessional competencies applicable to the substance abuse treatment field and many other behavioral health professions; learn about theories as they apply to working with clients, skills needed to apply the theories, and promote an understanding of how substance use disorders develop in individuals as well as how treatment is designed to meet their individual needs.
Associate of Science in
Substance Abuse Counseling - 100% Online
Intake and Orientation: Clarify rights and responsibilities of both client and treatment facility, facility rules, tour appropriate areas, explain treatment process, help client to understand what is expected, and what s/he may expect.
Counseling: Be able to: select the appropriate counseling model(s) for a situation; use one-on-one and group counseling skills, including empowering clients, focusing on strengths using motivational interviewing.
Crisis Intervention: Prepare to recognize and respond appropriately respond to signs of slips, relapse, co-occurring disorders, and mental health concerns.
Patient Education: Teach and present prevention to help clients understand the processes of addiction, withdrawal, relapse, and recovery; convey this information in terms understood by clients in group and individual counseling environments.
Case Management: Be able to assist with assessment, social service resources, support groups, rehabilitation options and mental health resources.
Semester 1 - 15 Weeks (Two terms/7 weeks)
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
BSC2085C
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
4
ENC1101
English Composition I
3
MGF1106
Liberal Arts Mathematics
3
PSY2012
General Psychology
3
Substance Abuse Counseling Program Breakdown
Semester 2 - 15 Weeks (Two terms/7 weeks)
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
4
3
4
3
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
3
3
3
Semester 3 - 15 Weeks (Two terms/7 weeks)
MCB2010C
HUN1201
BSC2086
DEP2004
Microbiology
Elements of Nutrition
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Human Growth & Development
SPC2608
SOC131
AMH2012
Speech
Introduction to Sociology
History of the USA
Helpful Tips for Online Learning
Make yourself a schedule just as you would have for a physical/ground class.
Create a study space in your home with no TV, radio, and that is separated from other family members.
Utilize the campus tutors during your "Scheduled" class day to give you face-to-face support. Communicate, communicate and communicate.
Example:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday focus on Math
- Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday focus on
Anatomy & Physiology
Online Science Class Requirements
Classes will be recorded and then put into the weekly lecture for students to go back and review
Students will not be allowed to miss more than two (2) live classes for the term without proper documentation. If the student misses more than two (2) live classes, they may be dropped from the class.
Anatomy, Physiology I and II, Microbiology
Mandatory Weekly Live Zoom Meetings - 1 Hour (60 min) Note: Meeting codes will be provided by instructors
Semester 4 - 15 Weeks
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
3
3
Semester 5 - 15 Weeks (Two terms/7 weeks)
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
3
3
3
Credits
Semester 6 - 15 Weeks
SAC101
SAC111
Models of Treatment
Psychopharmacology
SAC122
SAC221
SAC241
Ethics in Substance Abuse
Cultural Diversity
Disorders Co-Occurring with Substance Abuse
Totals 45 Weeks GenEd / 45 Weeks Core = 90 Weeks (Approx 24 Months)
Substance Abuse Counseling
Program Total
60
Course Number
Course Name
Credits
SAC252
SAC262
SAC272
Counseling Groups and Individual
3
3
3
Clinical Assessment
Service Coordination
What Is Included With
Application Fee and Tuition?
Books
Educational platforms
Tutor.com 24/7 access
Substance Abuse
Counseling
Program Cost
Total program cost = $29,820
Application fee is $50
A set of required materials and
textbooks are provided at no
additional cost.
Paying for School
Loans*
Grants*
*Financial aid is available to those who
qualify. Financial aid team members can
talk to you more about your eligibility.
Military Assistance
Florida Pre-paid
Scholarships
Career Source
Private Loans
Tuition Options
Admissions Requirements -
Substance Abuse Counseling
• Complete and sign an application.
• Be 18 years of age prior to the start of classes.
• Provide a valid Driver’s License or government issued photo ID.
• Provide proof of High School graduation (Diploma) or successful completion of the General
Education Development test (GED), or may prove a recognized equivalent of a high school
diploma, or verification of graduation from an Associate degree or higher program from an
accredited college or university. Acceptance of any of the documents listed above is at the
sole discretion of the Institution.
• Pass the SmarterMeaure Learning Readiness Indicator with a minimum score of 70% on
Technical Competency, 70% in Life Factors, and 60% in Technical Knowledge (please see the
SmarterMeasure policy for more information).
Important Information -
Substance Abuse Counseling
Access to the internet and a laptop or computer
Attend the first day of class
Minimum attendance of two days per week
Substance Abuse Counseling
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