Credential(s) Offered
Secondary school diploma
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The objectives of the Substance Abuse Counseling program are to provide students with the
knowledge and skills necessary to be effective and efficient in the Substance Abuse Counseling field.
Substance Abuse Counselors work to provide support to individuals and groups entering and living
the recovery process. These skills can be applied in a variety of settings including day programs,
counseling programs, re-entry centers, detention facilities and hospitals.
The courses in this program are designed to meet the requirements necessary to qualify graduates
to sit for the CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) examination. Please refer to Maine Statute
384c004 for complete details on CADC certification.
Program Goals and Learning Outcomes:
? Learn and apply theories of addiction, substance assessment, and counseling techniques.
? Practice an understanding of diversity and tolerance for others. Apply ethics and boundary
considerations when working and interacting with people in substance abuse counseling.
? Gain counseling skills including motivational interviewing.
? Understand the neurobiology of addiction, family addiction dynamics, and special
population considerations in substance abuse counseling.
? Demonstrate knowledge of group process, crisis intervention, trauma and recovery.
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Career Preparation:
The Substance Abuse Counseling graduate performs in a variety of positions including but not
limited to Substance Abuse Counselor, Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC), Counselor
Associate, Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Campus Aide.
Details
Hours
33
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
BANGOR
Local WIB
1 - Northeastern Workforce Board
Type of Attainment:
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Title IV
Refund Policy
yes
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - ACCSC
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,300.00
In-State Tuition
$13,000.00 total tuition cost
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$13,000.00 total tuition cost
Registration Fee
$30.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$14,330.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$14,330.00
