Alcohol & Drug Counseling Certificate

Alcohol & Drug Counseling Courses

• HMRS 1102 - Counseling Theories & Techniques Credits: 3
• HMRS 1357 - Multicultural Counseling Credits: 3
• HMRS 1402 - Group Theory & Process Credits: 3
• HMRS 1403 - Assessment, Case Planning/Management & Professional Ethics for A & D Credits: 3
• HMRS 2517 - Medical & Psychosocial Aspects of Alcohol/Drug Use, Abuse & Addiction Credits: 3
• HMRS 2518 - Clinical Treatment Issues in Chemical Dependency Credits: 3
• PSYC 1810 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
• PSYC 2200 - Human Development Credits: 3

Special Program Requirements

1. All Human Services program courses must be completed with a grade of 75% (C+) or higher to progress through the program.
2. The program offers some web-based courses but requires in-person supervised practicums/labs at approved Human Services locations in the Lincoln area. Please communicate with the Program Director/Clinical Coordinator to identify human services facilities in the Lincoln area.
3. A computer is required for students in this program. Please ensure your computer meets the following computer system requirements:

• Age: <3 years old
• Laptop models: Windows Laptops or MS Surface Tablet Pro (Windows 11 Pro or home version)
  • NOT Recommended: Android Tablets, Apple Tablets/iPads, Windows 10 S Mode, Chromebooks
• Processor: Intel Core i5 or higher
• Ram (Memory): 4GB minimum
• Hard Drive: Solid State hard drive preferred 128 GB or higher
• Peripherals: Webcam, Headphones with Microphone
• Wireless: All laptops should have wireless internet capabilities

4. Once accepted in the program, and all requirements are submitted students will be approved for program enrollment and to complete required program orientation. Failure to complete the requirements for enrollment and orientation will result in their spot will be given to an alternate. The Program Chair will notify approved students of date, time, and location of orientation via their SCC email address. Failure to attend and/or complete the orientation, will prevent the student from continuing in the program and their spot will be given to an alternate.

Program Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements:

All of following requirements must be submitted prior to a student’s application being reviewed:

1. Demonstrate Appropriate Level of Proficiency in Reading and/or Math
   • Reading: Place into ENGL 1010  or higher
   • Math: Place into MATH 0900  or higher

Proficiency can be demonstrated with placement test scores OR course completion. For details related to placement testing and to schedule a placement test go to https://www.southeast.edu/nextgenerationaccuplacer/.

2. Complete an SCC Application for the program during the application period.

This program admits new students every Fall and Spring semester.

Application Period
​​​​​​​Fall Semester: Open February 1^st to February 28^th OR until program is full.
Spring Semester: Open September 1st to September 30^th OR until program is full.
The online application for the program will remain open until the end of the application period OR until the program spots are filled.