Substance Use Disorder Counseling

Substance Use Disorder Counseling Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code: 10-550-1

For more information: wctc.edu/sud-counseling

Prepare to work with people struggling with substance use disorders by developing skills in counseling, addiction assessment, case management/treatment planning, group facilitation, trauma-informed care and crisis management. Become eligible for Wisconsin licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor in Training (SAC-IT) and complete all educational hours required for Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) certification.

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0

Related Certificates you can earn along the way:

• Substance Abuse Counselor In-Training Technical Certificate
• Substance Abuse Counselor Technical Certificate

Program Outcomes

1.   Evaluate client for SUD treatment.
2.   Develop individualized treatment plans.
3.   Facilitate client referrals.
4.   Counsel Clients.
5.   Provide education relevant to substance use and recovery.
6.   Produce professional SUDC documentation.
7.   Manage Client Case(s).
8.   Display professional conduct in the clinical setting.
9.   Develop professional relationships with client(s).
10.  Apply personal wellness strategies for the helping professions.

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for this program.  An Academic Advisor can help you develop your program plan and select the term and course schedule that works best for you.