Addiction Studies

Program Director: Prof. Monica Joseph

The Addiction Studies AS degree is designed to prepare students for a career in substance abuse counseling.  Successful completion of the entire course of study satisfies the education requirements for the Certification in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC Trainee) from the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). The degree provides opportunity for transfer to baccalaureate programs.

The curriculum presented here applies to students who started the major in Fall 2023 or Spring 2024. If you enrolled as a matriculant prior to that, please see the College Catalog for the year you started the major as a matriculant for the curriculum requirements that apply to you.

Consultation with the Program Advisor is required.

Degree Map:

Degree Map for Addiction Studies, A.S. 

Your Degree Map contains the suggested term-by-term course sequence for your academic path towards graduation. 

To ensure successful and timely completion of your degree, it is recommended that you meet with your academic advisor to discuss your unique map. 

Please note some courses may only be offered once an academic year.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Chemical Dependency degree program requirements, graduates will:

1. understand fundamental concepts specific to chemical dependency that encompass historical, political, social and legal factors

2. examine the biopsychosocial nature of addiction as it pertains to the individual, families, communities, and societies

3. adopt critical thinking approaches to attitudes, values, and the ethical and legal aspects of clinical practice

4. understand risk and protective factors for individuals, families, and communities

5. apply critical assessments to evidence-based practices, available treatment modalities, and theoretical approaches

6. develop competency-based skills in intervening with chemically-involved individuals, families and special populations

7. develop a multicultural perspective through the attainment of cultural competency strategies and skills

8. demonstrate preparation for entry into professional practice through successful internship experiences