Social Services Substance Abuse Specialty – Associate of Applied Science

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Learn principles and skills in social work with an emphasis on drug and alcohol treatment and prevention. Complete this program by taking classes exclusively on evenings/weekends, or in a combination of day and evening classes.

What can I do with this degree?
Career Options: Entry-level employment in positions providing substance abuse services and related community outreach.

Academic Options: Students intending to transfer to a four-year university should pursue the Social Services AA degree.

Locations: West Campus

Department/Contact Information: Division Dean: 206-6996, Lead Faculty: 206-6705

REQUIRED COURSES
This degree may be earned with fewer than the displayed credits as long as the fulfilled course requirements total at least 60 credits. Students must meet the Reading Requirement. Department faculty approval is recommended when selecting electives.

General Education Requirements
Communication Requirement		6
Analysis and Critical Thinking Requirement		6
Humanities and Social Science Requirement		3
Computer and Information Literacy Requirement		1-3
Subtotal		16-18
Course #	Course Title	Credits
Required Core Courses
SSE 110	Introduction to Social Welfare	3
SSE 111	Group Work	3
SSE 121	Study of Substance Abuse	3
SSE 123	Substance Abuse Prevention	3
SSE 202	Casework Methods I	3
SSE 210	Community Organization and Development	3
SSE 211	Group Technique Applications	3
SSE 212	Casework Methods II	3
SSE 220	Treatment of the Substance Abuser	3
SSE 222	Political and Legal Aspects of Drug Use	3
SSE 292	Social Services Field Experience	4
Subtotal		34
Required Support Courses
	Electives	10-12
Total		60-64

Social Services Substance Abuse Specialty – Associate of Applied Science

General Education Requirements

Required Core Courses

Required Support Courses