Addictions Studies, Associate in Applied Science

College(s):

Kennedy-King

Program Code: 0344

Program Requirements

General Education Coursework
Communications course3
Fine Arts & Humanities course3
Social and Behavioral Sciences course3
Physical Sciences or Life Sciences course3
Mathematics course3
Required Program Core
CHLD DV 101Human Growth & Development I4
CHLD DV 102Human Growth & Development II3
MENHLTH 223Intro To Addictions Studies3
MENHLTH 224Principles and Practices of Addiction Studies3
MENHLTH 230Addictions & Family Treatment3
MENHLTH 231Addictions Treatment of Special Populations3
PSYCH 201General Psychology3
PSYCH 213Abnormal Psychology3
SOC SER 101Introduction To Social Work3
SOC SER 109Report Writing for Social Service Aides3
SOC SER 201Principles of Social Work Practice3
SOC SER 212Introduction To Group Process3
Required Work-Based Learning Courses
MENHLTH 229Practicum In Addictions Treatment6
Program Electives
Students must take 6 credit hours of electives. Courses in such fields as Education, Gerontology, Nursing, Psychology, Sociology, and Speech/Communications are valuable to primary studies in alcoholism and substance abuse. Students should meet with a College Advisor for selection of elective courses.6
Total Hours64

At least one course must meet the Human Diversity (HD) requirement.

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in Addictions Studies. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate (BC), Advanced Certificate (AC) and Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS) in Addictions Studies. One course will satisfy the Human Diversity (HD) requirement, and is labeled with an (HD) in the sequence below.

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
ENGLISH 101 Composition 1 3
MENHLTH 223 Intro To Addictions Studies 3
SOC SER 101 Introduction To Social Work 3
Fine Arts & Humanities course 1 3
Mathematics course 1 3
 Hours15
Semester 2
CHLD DV 101 Human Growth & Development I 4
MENHLTH 224 Principles and Practices of Addiction Studies 3
PSYCH 201 General Psychology 3
SOC SER 109 Report Writing for Social Service Aides 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences course (HD) 1 3
 Hours16
Semester 3
CHLD DV 102 Human Growth & Development II 3
PSYCH 213 Abnormal Psychology 3
MENHLTH 230 Addictions & Family Treatment 3
Physical Sciences or Life Sciences course 1 3
Program Elective 2 3
 Hours15
Semester 4
SOC SER 201 Principles of Social Work Practice 3
MENHLTH 231 Addictions Treatment of Special Populations 3
Program Elective 2 3
SOC SER 212 Introduction To Group Process 3
 Hours12
Semester 5
MENHLTH 229 Practicum In Addictions Treatment 6
 Hours6
 Total Hours64
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General Education Requirement

2

Students must take 6 credit hours of electives. Courses in such fields as Education, Gerontology, Nursing, Psychology, Sociology, and Speech/Communications are valuable to primary studies in alcoholism and substance abuse. Students should meet with a College Advisor for selection of elective courses.

Choose your courses with your College Advisor.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Mental Health Counselors

Job Description

Counsel and advise individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health, with an emphasis on prevention. May help individuals deal with a broad range of mental health issues, such as those associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; or aging.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$37,432
Median 50th Percentile$50,989
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$92,340

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$18
Median 50th Percentile$25
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$44

Annual Job Openings

890 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less5.58%
A certificate0.00%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree2.43%
A Bachelor's degree24.60%
A Master's or Professional degree64.39%
A Doctoral degree or more3.00%

91.99% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Job Description

Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$37,432
Median 50th Percentile$50,989
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$92,340

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$18
Median 50th Percentile$25
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$44

Annual Job Openings

890 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less23.66%
A certificate0.00%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree23.66%
A Bachelor's degree3.07%
A Master's or Professional degree49.61%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

52.68% continue their education beyond an associate degree