CFCC 2018-2019 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    Dec 08, 2024  
CFCC 2018-2019 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Human Services Technology, Substance Abuse Concentration A.A.S. (A4538E)


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The Human Services Technology/Substance Abuse concentration prepares students to assist in drug and alcohol counseling, prevention-oriented educational activities, rehabilitation with recovering clients, managing community-based programs, counseling in residential facilities, and pursuit of four-year degrees.

Course work includes classroom and experiential activities oriented toward an overview of chemical dependency, psychological/sociological process, the twelve Core Functions, intervention techniques with individuals in groups, and follow-up activities with recovering clients.

Graduates should qualify for positions as substance abuse counselors, DUI counselors, halfway house workers, residential facility employees, and substance education specialists. With educational and clinical experiences, graduates can obtain certification by the North Carolina Substance Abuse Board.

General Education Requirements (15 credits)


Communications (6 credits)


Humanities/Fine Arts (3 credits)


Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 credits)


Natural Sciences/Math (3 credits)


Other Major Requirements (9 credits)


Required Subject Areas (3 credits)


Other Required Courses (6 credits)


Total Credits: 66 SHC


Recommended Course Sequence


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