Fort Peck Catalog

Chemical Addiction Studies

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Chemical Addiction Studies is designed to meet the requirement for the State of Montana’s Licensed Addiction Counselor. This program emphasizes the most up-to-date knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field of addictions and accommodates students with a wide range of academic and career goals while preparing them for employment in the substance abuse treatment field. Students are exposed to both traditional and current counseling theories; the biological, psychological and social effects of addiction, and the opportunity to apply this knowledge using critical thinking and communication skills.

Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements

Core I Communications

6

Core II Mathematics

3

Core III Arts and Humanities

6

Core IV Social Sciences

7

Core V Native American Studies

4

Core VI Computer Technology

3

Total Credit Hours:29

Chemical Addiction Studies

General Education Requirements

Credits

Core I

Communications

 

 

COMX 111 Public Speaking

3

 

WRIT 101 College Writing

3

Core II

Mathematics

 

 

M 105 Contemporary/Math M 121 College Algebra

3

Core II

Science (*Science with Lab recommended for transfer)

 

 

PSYX 250 Biological Psychology

4

Core III

Arts and Humanities

 

 

{1} 3 credit Arts and Humanities option

3

 

{1} 3 credit Arts and Humanities option

3

Core IV

Social Sciences

 

 

PSYX 100 Introduction to Psychology

3

 

SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology

3

Core V

Native American Studies

 

 

{1} 3 credit Native American Studies option

3

Core VI

Technology

 

 

{1} 3 credit Technology option

3

Total General Education Credits required for degree

31


Program of Study Courses

CAS 201Theories of Counseling

3

CAS 231Pharmacology/ Addictions

3

CAS 242Group Counseling

3

CAS 254Co-Occurring Disorders-Assessment & Treatment Planning

2

CAS 256Group Counseling

3

CAS 260Addiction Assessment/Documentation

3

PSYX 240Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology

3

SW 100Introduction To Social Welfare

3

Total Credit Hours:23

Total Credit Hours: 62

Chemical Addiction Studies

First Semester (Fall)

SOCI 101Introduction To Sociology

3

SW 100Introduction To Social Welfare

3

PSYX 100 and SOCI 101: Gen Ed

Second Semester (Sp.)

PSYX 240Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology

3

PSYX 150: Gen Ed

Third Semester (Fall)

CAS 231Pharmacology/ Addictions

3

CAS 256Group Counseling

3

Fourth Semester (Sp.)

CAS 201Theories of Counseling

3

HS 250Interviewing & Crisis Intervention Skills

3

HS 295

5

Total Credit Hours: 33

Program Learning Outcomes:

  • Define the models, theories, and characteristics of substance abuse and dependence, as they pertain to individuals, family systems, and diverse populations.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the biological, social, and psychological effects of various substances.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the moral, ethical, and legal responsibilities of the addiction counselor
  • Demonstrate competency in the documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

**For specific Learning Outcomes, see Associate of Art and Associate of Science Degree General Education

State of Montana Licensed Addiction Counselor’s Test

After graduating with this option, the student must complete 1,000 hours of supervised work experience in a state-licensed substance abuse program in order to apply for the Montana Licensed Addiction Counselor’s test. This requirement is subject to change.