C4538E - Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (cert)
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Human Services Technology
Certificate
Curriulum Description
The Human Services Technology/Addiction and Recovery Studies 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, DWI 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.
Department(s)
Credential
C – Certificate
Program Code
C4538E
Program Can be Earned 100% Online
No
Financial Aid Eligible
No
Title
Faculty Mentor
Name
Kimberly Snyder
Phone
828-395-4165
ksnyder@isothermal.edu
Title
College Navigator
Name
Melissa Tenpenny
Phone
828-395-4324
mtenpenny@isothermal.edu