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