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| Students receive instruction from experienced experts in each substance abuse counselor training course at Vatterott College - Omaha. The Associates of Applied Science degree in Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counseling provides courses in English Composition and Algebra prior to completing additional classes in psychology, medical assisting, therapy, and clinical treatment. Classes cover patient management, behavioral assessment, alcohol and drug assessment, and much more. The objective of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Alcohol Drug Abuse Counselor is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level positions as a substance abuse counselor in the behavioral health field. Successful completion of this program prepares students to apply for provisional licensure with the State of Nebraska. The program consists of 137 credit hours to be completed over 90 weeks. |
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Facilities
The Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counseling program in Omaha provides students with computer labs equipped with software and hardware meant to help students learn efficiently. Labs are open additional hours to provide work-study time outside of classes. Enrollment provides each student online resources such as library services, a student portal, email and online companion courses.
Maximum class size is 30 students. Theory classes are limited to a 30:1 student/teacher ratio and labs are limited to a 20:1 ratio. Career Outlook
According to the Department of Labor:
“Employment of substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors is expected to grow by 21 percent, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. As society becomes more knowledgeable about addiction, more people are seeking treatment. Furthermore, drug offenders are increasingly being sent to treatment programs rather than to jail.” Course List
BH-101 Medical Terminology
BH-104 Computer Concepts BH-105 Psychiatric Law and Ethics BH-106 Principles of Psychology I BH-107 Medical Assisting BH-109 Introduction to Behavioral Health BH-110 Introduction to Developmental Disabilities BH-111 Self Assessment BH-113 Geriatric Psychology BH-114 Biological Therapy BH-115 Image and Eating Disorders BH-116 Patient Management BH-117 Developmental Psychology BH-118 Addictions and Issues BH-119 Abnormal Psychology BH-120 Behavioral Assessment and Charting BH-123 Introduction to Counseling Theories BH-125 Family Therapy BH-126 Multi-Cultural Counseling BH-127 Research Writing BH-128 Dependency Counseling BH-129 Group Counseling BH-130 Alcohol and Drug Assessment Techniques BH-131 Clinical Treatment Issues of Chemical Dependency BH-132 Case Planning and Management BH-133 Behavior Modification Principles BH-134 Career Track BH-135 Externship BH-137 Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Alcohol and Drug Use, Abuse and Addiction GE-108 Speech GE-113 Principles of Psychology II GE-201 English Composition I GE-203 English Composition II GE-205 College Algebra Student Achievement Information
2010 ACCSC Graduation Benchmark: 36%
2010 ACCSC Graduation Rate: 37% 2010 ACCSC Employment Benchmark: 70% 2010 ACCSC Employment Rate: 80% Federal 2010 On Time Grad Rate: 57.14% Click here for more information regarding student achievement. Occupations
Financing
Federal Education Loans: $26,246.81
Private Education Loans: $0 Institutional Payment Plans:$0 Click here for more information regarding financing. Institutional Costs
Tuition: $35,100
Books & Supplies: $2,600 Lab/Tech Fee: $2,250 Reg. Fee: $100 Total Cost: 40,050 Transportation and Living Expenses
Transportation: $374
Room & Board (Dependent, living with parents): $399 Room & Board (Independent): $796 Room & Board (Military, receiving housing allowance): $399 Personal Expenses: $251 |
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