Addiction Services MHTCD.S.AAS
Associate of Applied Science - 65 Credit Hours
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Mental Health and Addiction Services
Effective as of Fall 2023
Preparation for professional role in field of chemical dependency treatment and/or transfer to 4-year college or university.
What is the program about?
In the Mental Health and Addiction Services department, the Addiction Services degree program prepares entry-level professionals for employment working on an inter-disciplinary team with clinical supervision in chemical dependency treatment settings. Graduates of this program work directly with a diverse group of clients. The program can be taken full-time or part- time. If enrolled full-time, it is designed to be completed in five (5) semesters. It consists of open enrollment courses (general education and division specific) and program specific courses with limited enrollment. The open enrollment courses may be taken prior to entry into the limited enrollment courses. Second-year practicum hours can be submitted toward partial employment requirements of the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board (OCDP). To qualify for entry to limited enrollment courses, please see the Applicant Information packet located on the web page. A cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required, as well as an initial faculty advising appointment during MHT 1101. A grade of C or higher is required in all program courses. The practicum portion of the curriculum provides 420 hours of supervised experience. Note: For students under age 18 there may be restrictions on participating in certain Health Sciences programs. Any student under age 18 must contact the program director/department chair to discuss whether he or she may enroll. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu.Program Outcomes
- Students will use effective interpersonal skills in the classroom and at clinical practicum sites.
- Students will demonstrate evidenced-based and chemical dependency specific individual and group intervention strategies.
- Students will develop self-awareness and effective self-management.
- Students will apply ethical decision making and professional clinical behaviors with a focus on cultural humility and respect for diversity factors.
- Students will demonstrate effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills.
Career Opportunities
Addiction Services graduates can work at hospitals, substance use disorder treatment centers, and numerous other field-related positions in the community. Graduates have completed the 180 hours of specific education required to sit for the LCDC II exam. The OCDP Board has other requirements for licensure.
Transferability
Formal articulation agreements with other colleges and universities indicate how Sinclair programs and courses transfer to other institutions.
Credentials
MHTCD.S.AAS graduates are eligible for registration as Social Work Assistants (SWA) through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist Board. The MHTCD.S.AAS program provides the educational hours required by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board for credentialing as Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistants (CDCA).
Additional Information
- State and federal background check required for participation in practicum (internship) courses.
- Students with felony backgrounds will not be able to work with certain populations or agencies.
- Completion of MHT 1130 leads to Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) Phase I credential.
- Graduation leads to Social Worker Assistant (SWA) credential.
Curriculum
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALH 1101 | Introduction to Healthcare Delivery | 2 |
| BIO 1111 | General Biology I | 4 |
| ENG 1101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| MAT 1130 (Mathematics in Health Sciences) OR Ohio Transfer 36: Mathematics Elective | 3 | |
| MHT 1101 | Introduction to Mental Health Services | 3 |
| MHT 1130 | Fundamentals of Addiction Counseling CDCA Preliminary | 3 |
| MHT 1201 | Interviewing Skills | 3 |
| MHT 1202 | Motivational Interviewing | 3 |
| MHT 1236 | Assessment & Diagnosis of Substance Use Disorders | 3 |
| MHT 2105 | Psychosocial Methods | 3 |
| MHT 2111 | Group Dynamics I | 4 |
| MHT 2121 | Practicum I | 5 |
| MHT 2137 | Treatment Techniques in Substance Use Disorders | 3 |
| MHT 2211 | Group Dynamics II | 4 |
| MHT 2222 | Practicum II | 5 |
| MHT 2235 | Family Dynamics of Addiction | 3 |
| PSY 1100 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2217 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| SWK 2207 | Anti-Oppressive Social Work | 3 |
| MHT 2138 | Ethical Issues in the Helping Professions | 2 |
