Addiction Studies Emphasis (AA)
The Associate of Arts with an emphasis in Addiction Studies prepares the graduate for working in a range of treatment settings and with a variety of addictive behaviors. This program is designed for students interested in helping others apply motivational and resilience skills with particular focus on addictive behaviors.
The program provides students experiential, science-driven learning within the addiction field. Students learn core competencies for behavioral and counseling work and will be engaged in clinically supervised settings to reach the benchmarks for the Certified Addiction Technician as outlined by the Colorado Handbook for Addiction Counselors.
By completing this degree, the student will gain the coursework needed to apply for the Certified Addiction Technician certification as well as an Associate of Arts with an emphasis in Addiction Studies. Completion can also lead to a bachelor’s degree track in Human Services, mental health, counseling, or psychology. Completion also aligns with the prerequisites needed for a Certified Addictions Specialist and Licensed Addiction Counselor. Courses in this emphasis can also apply to CMC’s Bachelor of Arts in Human Services.
This program is available at Colorado Mountain College in Breckenridge, Carbondale, Dillon, Glenwood Springs, Rifle, Steamboat Springs, Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs, and Vail Eagle Valley at Edwards using technology-enhanced modalities. For additional program location & modality information, please see Academic Programs at Colorado Mountain College.
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Program Information
- Credit hours: 60
- Estimated cost: $ (in-district tuition, additional fees may apply)
- Duration: 24 months
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Written Communication (GT-CO1-3)
Complete 2 courses (6 credits):
- ◆ ENG 1021 - English Composition I (GT-CO1) 3.0 Credits
- ◆ ENG 1022 - English Composition II (GT-CO2) 3.0 Credits
Mathematics (GT-MA1)
Complete 1 course (3 credits) from content area GT-MA1: Mathematics
- ◆ MAT 1260 - Introduction to Statistics (GT-MA1) 3.0 Credits is preferred
Note: Credits over 3 will be applied to electives
Social & Behavioral Sciences (GT-SS1-3)
Complete 2 courses (6 credits):
- ◆ PSY 1001 - General Psychology I (GT-SS3) 3.0 Credits
- ◆ PSY 1002 - General Psychology II (GT-SS3) 3.0 Credits
Natural & Physical Sciences (GT-SC1-2)
Complete 2 courses (7 credits) from the following content areas:
Important note: One course must be a biology (BIO) with laboratory course
Oral/Presentational Communication
Select 1 course (3 credits) from the following options:
- ◆ COM 1250 - Interpersonal Communication (GT-SS3) 3.0 Credits
- ✽ COM 1150 - Public Speaking 3.0 Credits
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- ✽ HMS 2101 - Introduction to Human Services 3.0 Credits
Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) courses: - ✽ CSL 2068 - Addiction Counseling Skills 1.5 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2065 - Culturally Informed Treatment 1.0 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2046 - Ethical Practice in Addiction Treatment 1.0 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2050 - Motivational Interviewing I 1.5 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2069 - Principles of Addiction Treatment 1.5 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2051 - Pharmacology I for Addiction Counselors 1.0 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2058 - Group Counseling Skills 1.5 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2061 - Case Conceptualization & Documentation 1.0 Credits
- ✽ CSL 2054 - Trauma Informed Care 1.0 Credits
- ✽ HMS 2101 - Introduction to Human Services 3.0 Credits
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General Education Requirements (34)
Emphasis Requirements (14)
Electives (12)Total credits toward Associate of Arts: Addiction Studies (60)