Addictions Specialist

AS41

Availability:  Marietta Campus

Program Purpose: The Addictions Specialist Certificate is a sequence of courses that prepares individuals to work with substance abusers in a variety of settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and rehabilitation programs.  The certificate includes combination of coursework and hands-on experience through the Internship course.  This will prepare students for entry-level positions in the substance abuse field and can be used towards the hours required for the Georgia Certified Addiction Counselor.

Program Length: A full time student who has successfully completed all general education courses with a C or better can complete the certificate in two semesters.

Admission Requirements: Students must meet all admission requirements of the college and have reached the age of 18 by the start of internship/practicum. 

 

Certificate Requirements

Requirements List

SOCW 2010	Introduction to Case Management	3
SOCW 2020	Human Behavior and the Social Environment	3
SOCW 2030	Interviewing Techniques with Individuals	3
SOCW 2050	Group Work Intervention	3
SOCW 2140	Addictions, Theories, and Treatments	3
SOCW 2080	Social Work Field Practicum and Seminar I	6

Total Credit Hours: 21