Printed : 08 / 12 / 2021
Program Code 315501
If you possess an associate degree or bachelor ’ s degree in Health Science , Psychology , Sociology , Criminal Justice or Social Work and are interested in becoming a substance abuse counselor , consider the Substance Use Disorders Counseling technical diploma . You ' ll experience 360 hours of education across six content areas required for substance abuse counselors . This comprehensive education program is preapproved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services . 9 courses in this technical diploma may be applied towards the Human Services associate degree . Interested applicants should contact ( 920 ) 498-5708 to schedule an appointment with the program admissions advisor .
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Substance Abuse Counselor Education technical degree in the number of semesters shown .
Summer Before First Semester 10-806-189 Basic Anatomy
10-804-134 Mathematical Reasoning Semester Total
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3
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First Semester
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This program is offered at :
Green Bay
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9 courses from this technical diploma apply toward the following associate degree ( s ):
Human Services Associate , 105203
All credits from the following certi�cate ( s ) apply toward this technical diploma :
Substance Abuse Specialty , 905502
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10-890-101 College 101 10-550-178 Intro to Counseling 10-550-180 Intro to Sub Abuse Profession 10-550-181 Substance Use & Family Systems 10-550-170 Understanding Substance Abuse 10-550-173 Psychopharmacology Semester Total
Second Semester
10-550-172 Group Facilitation 10-520-102 Boundaries and Ethics 10-550-177 AODA Assessment and Diagnosis 10-520-191 Motivational Interviewing 10-550-176 Ethical Case / Record Mgmt 10-550-174 Overview of Mental Disorders Semester Total
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1 3 3 3 3 3 16
3 3 3 3 3 3 18
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Completed application |
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Total Credits |
37 |
. All applicants must make an appointment with the advisor , Mollie Kaebisch , to enter an application . Acceptance into this program requires an Associates or Bachelor ’ s Degree . Please call ( 920 ) 498-5444 to make an appointment .
Curriculum Note : Students must earn a " C " or higher in all 10-550-XXX and 10-520-XXX courses . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a " C " may retake the course .
Clinically evaluate for substance use disorders and treatment needs . Develop treatment plans . Facilitate referral to meet needs . Demonstrate case management skills . Demonstrate counseling skills with individuals , groups and families . Provide culturally relevant education related to substance abuse . Document and maintain clinical records according to agency , federal and state guidelines . Adhere to accepted ethical and behavior conduct .
10-806-189 BASIC ANATOMY ... examines concepts of anatomy and physiology as they relate to health careers . Learners correlate anatomical and physiological terminology to all body systems . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
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