Substance Abuse Counceling (AA Degree)

This program is designed to meet the academic requirement for the State of Montana’s Licensed Addiction Counselor. This program is designed to provide the student with the most up-to-date knowledge and experience available. Upon completion of this program, students will:

  • Understand Addiction
    • Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction and other problems related to substance abuse.
    • Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive substances on the user and significant others.
    • Demonstrate Professionalism
      • Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's personal, professional, and cultural life.
      • Understand the addiction professionals' obligations to adhere to ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship.

    Program Requirements

    *Pending State Board of Regents, Approval*