Addiction counselors help individuals and families to deal with alcohol and drug treatment through services such as management, assessment, prevention education, crisis intervention, community resource referrals, individual/group counseling, stress management and relapse prevention.
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year / First Semester | ||
| ADD-101 | Introduction to Addictions | 3 |
| HSR-101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HSR-103 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 |
| HSR-105 | Group Dynamics | 3 |
| 12 | ||
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year / Second Semester | ||
| ADD-102 | Professional Development in Addictions Counseling | 3 |
| ADD-111 | Psycho-Social Aspects of Alcoholism & Drug Addiction 1 | 3 |
| ADD-112 | Assessment & Treatment of Alcoholism & Drug Addiction 1 | 3 |
| HSR-102 | Social Work Processes 2 | 3 |
| 12 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits | 24 | |
1 Prerequisite: ADD-101
2 Prerequisite: HSR-101
2 Prerequisite: HSR-101
At the end of the program, the graduate will
be able to:
- Analyze contemporary preventative
assessment and treatment strategies for
licit and illicit substance use. - Imitate evidence of professional and
ethical behavior in the field of addictions
counseling. - Explain and use elements of effective
working relationships encompassing the
ideals of empathy, positive communication
and active listening.
Special Program Information
- ADD-101. ADD-102, ADD-111, ADD-112,
HSR-101, HSR-102, HSR-103, HSR-105
Meets educational requirements for NJ State
Certifications and Licensing in Alcohol and Drug
Counseling. - Additional Clinical hours required for certification.
Certification
Upon completion, students will be eligible to sit for written exam.
Contact Person
Professor LeRoy Stanford, Coordinator
(856) 227-7200, ext. 4546
email: lstanford@camdencc.edu
Additional information
| CIP Code | 51.1501 |
|---|---|
| Program Code | ADD.CA |
