Addiction Studies Certificate (ADSC)
The Addiction Studies Certificate program prepares individuals to work in an entry-level position in a substance abuse program. Coursework includes training in how to assist individuals and families with a variety of issues arising from addiction problems.
Students who successfully complete the certificate are eligible to seek credentialing as an Ohio Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA).
Students who complete the certificate and also complete an Associate of Arts degree with focus in social or behavioral sciences, or an Associate of Applied Science degree in Human and Social Services, may seek credentialing as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDC II).
Students who would like to pursue LCDC II licensure should meet with an academic advisor in the Humanities & Sciences Division for guidance and to learn more about additional credentialing requirements.
Students earning a degree in Nursing or another health-related field may wish to complete the Addiction Studies Certificate as a related credential.
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 1 (CDCA1C)
The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 1 meets the educational requirements for the State of Ohio Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Preliminary credential (CDCA PRE). Coursework includes cultural competence, causes of drug abuse, prevention of drug abuse, early intervention, and treatment programs.
After successfully completing the CDCA1 Certificate, students should apply for their CDCA PRE credential before starting additional courses in Addiction Studies (ADC) or Human & Social Services (HSV). Students must hold their CDCA PRE for a minimum of 10 months, but no more than 13 months, before applying for the Ohio CDCA Renewable credential.
For information on the credential in the State of Ohio, see the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board website: https://ocdp.ohio.gov/get-certified-licensed/treatment/cdca/01-cdca.
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 2 (CDCA2C)
The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 2 meets the educational requirements for the State of Ohio Renewable Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) credential. Coursework includes counseling and interviewing techniques, ethics in addiction treatment, and relapse prevention and treatment.
Prior to beginning the CDCA2 Certificate, students must hold their CDCA PRE credential. Students must hold the CDCA PRE for a minimum of 10 months, but no more than 13 months, before applying for the CDCA Renewable credential.
For information on the credential in the State of Ohio, see the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board website: https://ocdp.ohio.gov/get-certified-licensed/treatment/cdca/01-cdca.
For more information, please contact the Humanities and Sciences Division at (513) 569-1700.
To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.
Addiction Studies Certificate (ADSC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| ADC 100 | Drugs in Society | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 110 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 105 | Addiction, Counseling, and Diversity | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| ADC 115 | Ethics in Addiction Treatment | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 125 | Relapse, Treatment, and Prevention | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XXX XXX Technical Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| HSV 115 | Counseling and Interviewing Techniques | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| ADC 200 | Dual Diagnosis: Substance Abuse and Mental Illness | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HSV 210 | Treatment Planning and Documentation | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 32 | 0 | 32 | |
Electives
| FYE Elective | ||
| FYE 100 | College Success Strategies: Overview | 1 |
| FYE 105 | College Success Strategies: Overview and Application | 2 |
| FYE 110 | College Success Strategies: Practice and Application | 3 |
| FYE 120 | College Success Strategies: Campus Integration | 4 |
| Technical Elective | ||
| HSV 215 | Group Work in Human Services | 4 |
| HSV 220 | Family Theory and Services | 4 |
| PSY 200 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 205 | Child Development | 3 |
| PSY 210 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| PSY 215 | Adult Development | 3 |
| PSY 220 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 225 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| SWK 110 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 1 (CDCA1C)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 100 | Drugs in Society | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 105 | Addiction, Counseling, and Diversity | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 6 | |||
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 2 (CDCA2C)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 115 | Ethics in Addiction Treatment | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 125 | Relapse, Treatment, and Prevention | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 115 | Counseling and Interviewing Techniques | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 9 | 0 | 9 | |
Some courses are offered in alternative versions identified with a letter after the course number-- for example, ENG 101 and ENG 101A.
- This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
- The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.
Courses
ADC 100 Drugs in Society
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on the use and abuse of drugs and alcohol. Topics include: causes of drug abuse; and drug abuse prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs.
Prerequisites: None
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ADC 105 Addiction, Counseling, and Diversity
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A survey of addiction studies topics, emphasizing the importance of cultural competency in substance abuse counseling.
Prerequisites: FYE 120 or placement into ENG 101
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ADC 110 Pharmacology of Addiction
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on psychological and physiological effects of mood-altering substances. Topics include: physical and psychological characteristics of addiction; drug tolerance, dependency, and withdrawal; cross addictions; and drug interactions.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ADC 100 and ADC 105
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ADC 115 Ethics in Addiction Treatment
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on ethical and legal issues in the field of substance abuse counseling. Topics include: the counselor as a professional, values and helping relationships, client rights and counselor responsibilities, and ethics and cultural sensitivity.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ADC 100 and ADC 105
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ADC 120 Addiction Screening, Assessment, and Treatment
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on systematic approaches to addiction counseling. Topics include: making appropriate referrals, using community resources, collaborating in the counselor/client relationship, and planning and implementing treatment.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ADC 100 and ADC 105
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ADC 125 Relapse, Treatment, and Prevention
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on factors that influence relapse in drug and alcohol abuse, and best practices for preventing and treating relapse.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ADC 100 and ADC 105
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ADC 200 Dual Diagnosis: Substance Abuse and Mental Illness
4 Credits. 4 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on co-occuring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders and their impact on the individual, family, and community. Topics include: differential diagnosis of chemical dependency and mental disorders; assessment strategies; intervention approaches; and working with clients with dual disorders, including addicted trauma survivors.
Prerequisites: ADC 105
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