Overview
About the Program
Assess client needs; plan and implement direct and indirect services for individuals and families; make referrals and enable linkage to social service agencies; advocate for client rights and services; and provide case management within the context of a multidisciplinary team. Graduates work directly with clients in treatment, recovery and as part of the support team.
Graduates who have successfully completed the program are eligible to apply for the credential for the Social Work Assistant (SWA) via the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board (CSWMFT). The Addiction Studies Option graduates have also completed all of the education requirements for the CDCA Phase I & Phase II, as well as the LCDC II.
If you are interested in working within the growing field of Addiction Studies this may be the program for you. Along with the Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) in Human and Social Services, you will receive a Certificate of Addiction Studies. As stated above, this will allow you to apply for the CDCA Phase I & Phase II, and the LCDC II, through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board. The requirements for the LCDC II includes 2000 work hours of experience in the field of substance use disorders or addictions in order to complete the license. This can be obtained after graduation in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of counseling and interviewing strategies which includes the use of active listening skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity.
- Display fundamental knowledge of social work theory and values, ethical guidelines, and legal regulations in both social work and addiction fields.
- Demonstrate professional behavior in accordance with social work practices.
- Demonstrate knowledge of psychopathology, case management, community resources, addictions theories, and family systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge of substance use or the development of addictions.
- Demonstrate knowledge of case management and service coordination in prevention, treatment and the referral process in addictions.
- Describe various substances, their classification and long-term effects.
Application Requirements
- MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable application fee.
- Final high school transcript (or GED results) and college transcripts (if applicable).
- Successful completion of the American College Test (ACT) with a minimum composite score of 15.
- Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment (ACCUPLACER) and Technology Skills Test (TST) is required. Any college foundation courses recommended by placement assessment results are also required.
Career Opportunities
- Case Manager
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant
- Family Services Advocate
- Human Services Employee
- Mental Health Technician
- Social Worker Assistant
- Rehabilitation Specialist
Curriculum
The following is a typical course sequence for completing this program. The actual time needed to complete the program will vary according to each student’s individual needs.
Note: Per program policy, a minimum grade of "C" is required to pass all HSS courses.
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
| HSS2022 | Social Work/AOD Multicultural Practice | 3 |
| HSS2630 | Chemical Dependency: Ethics | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| HSS2010 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 |
| HSS2030 | Introduction to Case Management | 3 |
| HSS2640 | Chemical Dependency: Intro Pharmacology | 3 |
| PSY2100 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| HSS2040 | Human Services-Practicum I | 4 |
Fifth Semester
Total Credit Hours: 65