Alcohol and Drug Studies AS Degree
The College offers a non-transferable degree in Alcohol and Drug Studies. Students earning an associate’s degree in Alcohol and Drug Studies may pursue entry-level positions as supervised chemical dependency counselors or may choose to continue their study in the discipline toward a bachelor’s or graduate degree in psychology or social work. Transfer requirements at four-year colleges and universities vary from institution to institution; students should consult with an academic advisor for specific information regarding the transfer requirements of their preferred college or university.
All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. In addition, students will be required to have 75% attendance in these courses.
Learning Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
- Apply critical thinking skills to execute daily duties in the substance abuse treatment field.
- Display the skills and aptitude necessary to qualify for certification exams in addiction counseling professionals.
- Fulfill the requirements for an entry- level position in substance abuse treatment field.
- Transfer to a higher level learning institution.
Program Requirements
| Course Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | Units | |
| FALL SEMESTER | ||
| HSAD 001 | Introduction to Alcohol & Drug Studies (Prerequisite for other HSAD courses, offered Fall & Spring) | 3 |
| HSAD 002 | Intro to Human Services Counseling | 3 |
| HSAD 004 | Personal & Professional Growth | 2 |
| HSAD 024 | Law/Ethics: Community Resources | 3 |
| HSAD 036 | Counseling Diverse Populations (See item #3 under Requirements for Internship) | 3 |
| SPRING SEMESTER | ||
| HSAD 020 | Biomedical Pharmacology | 3 |
| HSAD 022 | Case Management | 3 |
| HSAD 025 | Prevention, Intervention and Recovery | 3 |
| HSAD 030 | Individual, Group & Family Counseling | 3 |
| HSAD 034 | Dual Diagnosis | 3 |
| Internship/Practicum (Fall & Spring) | ||
| HSAD 032A | Alcohol & Drug: Supervised Practicum I | 2 |
| HSAD 032B | Alcohol & Drug: Supervised Practicum II | 2 |
| HSAD 033A | Alcohol & Drug Supervised Internship I | 1 |
| HSAD 033B | Alcohol & Drug Supervised Internship II | 1 |
| HSAD 095B | Alcohol and Drug Work Experience (Maximum of 4 units may be used for work experience.) | 2, 2 |
| Required Subtotal | 39 | |
| Electives | ||
| Select 6 units from the following: | ||
| PSY 003 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| or PSY 007 | Positive Psychology | |
| or PSY 010 | Psychological Aspects/Marriage & Family | |
| COMM 009 | Intro to Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Elective Subtotal | 6 | |
| COD General Education Pattern 1 | 23 | |
| Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units) | ||
| DEGREE TOTAL | 60 | |
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Units for the major may be double counted for COD General Education, confer with a Counselor.
Please contact program advisors with questions and concerns. For more information please call 760.773.2574. Returning and transferring HSAD students who have been out of the HSAD program for over 4 years must schedule an appointment with the COD program co-advisors to discuss currency of required coursework.
