Program Overview
Certificate of Achievement - Substance Abuse Counselor Training
Student Learning Outcomes
The substance abuse counselor training certificate program is designed to prepare
students for employment in social services agencies, mental health centers, correctional
institutions, rehabilitation facilities, community health education organizations,
and other settings which involve substance abuse/addiction education, prevention,
and/ or intervention and treatment. Coursework may be used as electives or for continuing
education by students or professionals in education, corrections, law enforcement
and the justice system, addictions counseling and treatment, social work, nursing,
radiology, or emergency medical care.
Each of the human services programs shares a common core, so that students may easily
complete the AAS Degree in Human Services. Entry-level courses have no prerequisites.
Students may begin at any time by registering for courses. However, academic advising
prior to beginning any course of study is highly encouraged. Most coursework may be
completed online, through interactive video, and/or by independent study on a case-by-case
basis.
Upon successful completion of the degree program students will:
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Perform client-centered social services assessments and interventions.
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Provide client services that reflect cultural competence, respect for social diversity
and the application of the principles of the human services code of ethics, and standards
of practice for substance abuse counselors.
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Demonstrate problem-solving skills.
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Apply the principles of human services and addiction treatment based on knowledge
of human development and functioning throughout the lifespan.
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Engage in personal reflection as related to skills, professional effectiveness, and
stress management.
General Education requirements
English/Communications (one course required)
Mathematics (one course required): Choose from the courses listed below or any higher-level math course. Excludes MATH
389
*MATH 120 is recommended, as it is required for social work, nursing, and other degree
programs.
*MATH 126 recommended if you plan on pursuing a bachelor’s degree in human services.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please check with the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug, and Gambling Counselors
or counselor licensing/certificate boards in Nevada, or in other states, if applicable,
about the acceptability of academic courses prior to beginning any course, as individual or state licensing and/or certification requirements
may vary.
Suggested Course Sequence
| Course |
Credits |
| CPT 116 |
3 |
| ENG 100 or 101 |
3-5 |
| HMS 101 |
3 |
| HMS 102 |
3 |
| Mathematics* |
3-6 |
| TOTAL |
15-20 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course |
Credits |
| HMS 105 |
3 |
| HMS 104 |
3 |
| HMS 200 |
3 |
| IS 101 |
3 |
| PSY 101 |
3 |
| TOTAL |
15 |